Slightly Jaded works as a warm neutral anchor — pairs cleanly with most existing palettes and reads forgiving across lighting conditions. At LRV 17 it reads as a deep, enveloping shade — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Skip it if you want a crisp, cool-modern look, or in rooms with heavy north light that can pull its warmth slightly muddy.
Ref. #537A5F · DEFD32
Slightly Jaded
17%LRV Value
Slightly Jaded Technical Profile
What color is Dunn-Edwards Slightly Jaded (DEFD32)? It's a deep warm neutral — hex #537A5F, LRV 17. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Slightly Jaded is Benjamin Moore Raleigh Green — a very close match, with Benjamin Moore Balsam and Behr Evergreen Trail also close. With an LRV of 17, Slightly Jaded creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Slightly Jaded pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. As a deeper neutral, Slightly Jaded reads as a confident anchor — strongest on accent walls, cabinetry, and moody whole rooms that get enough natural light to keep it from going flat. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler. Deeper neutrals can read close to black in low light, so preview Slightly Jaded in the room's actual evening lighting, not just at midday.
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Colors Similar to Slightly Jaded
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Slightly Jaded
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Slightly Jaded
#537A5F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#679990
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Slightly Jaded
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Slightly Jaded 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 Slightly Jaded.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Slightly Jaded — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Slightly Jaded from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Slightly Jaded are Raleigh Green by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Balsam by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Evergreen Trail by Behr (a very close match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Slightly Jaded's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Slightly Jaded?
Slightly Jaded has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.6, 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Slightly Jaded depends on the room. Here's how to choose.