Ref. #665D9E · DE5943
Mardi Gras
13%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Mardi Gras Technical Profile
What color is Mardi Gras? It's a deep warm blue with the hex code #665D9E. Colors similar to Mardi Gras include Valspar Purple Frenzy, MPC Scandinavian Blue. Mardi Gras has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 13, Mardi Gras creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Mardi Gras
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mardi Gras
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mardi Gras
#665D9E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D82AC
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mardi Gras
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mardi Gras Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Mardi Gras.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mardi Gras — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mardi Gras have?
Mardi Gras by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Mardi Gras from other brands?
The closest matches are Purple Frenzy by Valspar (#61619B), Scandinavian Blue by MPC (#5E5793), New Orleans by Behr (#5B6197). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mardi Gras?
Mardi Gras has an LRV of 13.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mardi Gras's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.