Pale Eggplant DE5956 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #8A779A, LRV 21 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gypsy Magic from Behr (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8A779A · DE5956
Pale Eggplant
21%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Pale Eggplant Technical Profile
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Pale Eggplant in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pale Eggplant in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsPale Eggplant
Very similar
BehrGypsy Magic
Gypsy Magic
Behr
Very similar
Purple Phantom
Valspar
Very similar
Queen of Sheba
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Jacob'S Ladder
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Queen of Sheba
Vista Paint
Very similar
Grape Surprise
PPG
Very similar
Pearl Violet
RAL
Very similar
Veri Berri
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Belladona
Kilz
Very similar
Wild Orchid
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pale Eggplant
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Eggplant
#8A779A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85AC
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Eggplant
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Eggplant 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 Pale Eggplant.
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pale Eggplant — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Eggplant have?
Pale Eggplant by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pale Eggplant in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pale Eggplant from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Eggplant are Gypsy Magic by Behr (a very close match), Purple Phantom by Valspar (a very close match), Queen of Sheba by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Pale Eggplant's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Pale Eggplant?
Pale Eggplant has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pale Eggplant's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.