Shimmering Sky DE5960 is a purple paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #DBD1E8, estimated LRV 67 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Violetville from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #DBD1E8 · DE5960
Shimmering Sky
67%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Shimmering Sky Technical Profile
HEX Code#DBD1E8
RGB219, 209, 232
Estimated LRV66.5
UndertoneCool (Violet)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familypurple
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Shimmering Sky
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shimmering Sky
#DBD1E8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AB85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shimmering Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shimmering Sky 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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Shimmering Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shimmering Sky have?
Shimmering Sky by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the purple 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 Shimmering Sky from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shimmering Sky are Violetville by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Plum's the Word by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Lily Lavender by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Shimmering Sky'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 Shimmering Sky?
Shimmering Sky has a estimated lightness value of 66.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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