Pink Theory DE5119 is a red paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #FFE6E4, estimated 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.
Dunn-Edwards · #FFE6E4 · DE5119
Pink Theory
84%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Pink Theory Technical Profile
HEX Code#FFE6E4
RGB255, 230, 228
Estimated LRV83.5
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyred
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Pink Theory
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Pink Theory from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pink Theory are Parfait by Behr (a close digital match), Royal Wedding by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Island Hopping by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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