Snowy Shadow DE5897 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #D3DBEC, estimated LRV 71 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Weeping Wisteria from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #D3DBEC · DE5897
Snowy Shadow
71%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Snowy Shadow Technical Profile
HEX Code#D3DBEC
RGB211, 219, 236
Estimated LRV70.6
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyblue
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Snowy Shadow
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Snowy Shadow
#D3DBEC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8981B1
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Snowy Shadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Snowy Shadow 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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Snowy Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Snowy Shadow have?
Snowy Shadow by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue 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 Snowy Shadow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Snowy Shadow are Weeping Wisteria by PPG (a close digital match), Cool Morning by Valspar (a close digital match), Courteous by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Snowy Shadow'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 Snowy Shadow?
Snowy Shadow has a estimated lightness value of 70.6, 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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