Short and Sweet DE6023 is a red paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #EDD1D3, LRV 68 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Princess Pearl Pink from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EDD1D3 · DE6023
Short and Sweet
68%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Short and Sweet Technical Profile
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Short and Sweet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Short and Sweet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsShort and Sweet
Nearly identical
PPGPrincess Pearl Pink
Princess Pearl Pink
PPG
Nearly identical
Malibu Coast
Behr
Nearly identical
Sweet Blush
Kilz
Nearly identical
Alyssum
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Delicate Pink Rose
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pearl Pink
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Boardwalk Taffy
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Rose Shadow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pink Dynasty
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sprout .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Calamine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Short and Sweet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Short and Sweet
#EDD1D3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4957E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Short and Sweet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Short and Sweet 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 Short and Sweet.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Short and Sweet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Short and Sweet have?
Short and Sweet 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 Short and Sweet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Short and Sweet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Short and Sweet are Princess Pearl Pink by PPG (a near-identical match), Malibu Coast by Behr (a near-identical match), Sweet Blush by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Short and Sweet'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 Short and Sweet?
Short and Sweet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 68.3, 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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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 Short and Sweet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.