Royal Pretender DE5999 is a pink paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #A063A1, estimated LRV 19 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Grape Popsicle from PPG (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #A063A1 · DE5999
Royal Pretender
19%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Royal Pretender Technical Profile
HEX Code#A063A1
RGB160, 99, 161
Estimated LRV19.0
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familypink
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Royal Pretender
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Royal Pretender
#A063A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD859A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Royal Pretender
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Royal Pretender 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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Royal Pretender — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Royal Pretender have?
Royal Pretender by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink 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 Royal Pretender from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Royal Pretender are Grape Popsicle by PPG (a very close match), Up Tempo Violet by PPG (a very close match), Degas Pink by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Royal Pretender'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 Royal Pretender?
Royal Pretender has a estimated lightness value of 19.0, 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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