Pink Theory DE5119 is a red paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #FFE6E4, LRV 84 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Parfait from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FFE6E4 · DE5119
Pink Theory
84%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Pink Theory Technical Profile
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Pink Theory in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pink Theory in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsPink Theory
Nearly identical
BehrParfait
Parfait
Behr
Nearly identical
Royal Wedding
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Royal Wedding
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Powder Pink
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pink Breeze
Valspar
Nearly identical
Barely Blush
PPG
Nearly identical
Tufted Candy
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cotton Candy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sprout .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Peach Glamour
Kilz
Very similar
Calamine
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pink Theory
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pink Theory
#FFE6E4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D6A25C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pink Theory
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pink Theory 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 Pink Theory.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pink Theory — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pink Theory have?
Pink Theory by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pink Theory in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pink Theory from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pink Theory are Parfait by Behr (a near-identical match), Royal Wedding by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Island Hopping by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pink Theory'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 Pink Theory?
Pink Theory has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 83.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pink Theory's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.