Strawberry Shortcake DE5081 is a red paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #FA8E99, LRV 42 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Flamingo's Dream from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FA8E99 · DE5081
Strawberry Shortcake
42%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Strawberry Shortcake Technical Profile
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Strawberry Shortcake in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Strawberry Shortcake in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsStrawberry Shortcake
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreFlamingo's Dream
Flamingo's Dream
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Prettiest Pink
PPG
Nearly identical
Dollie
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Amaryllis
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dollie
Vista Paint
Very similar
Citrus Hill
Behr
Very similar
Poppy Field
Valspar
Very similar
Light Pink
RAL
Very similar
Ruffle Pink Dress
Kilz
Very similar
Petal .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Cupcake Pink
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Nancy's Blushes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Strawberry Shortcake
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Strawberry Shortcake
#FA8E99
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D18E61
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Strawberry Shortcake
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Strawberry Shortcake 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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Strawberry Shortcake — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Strawberry Shortcake have?
Strawberry Shortcake by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) 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 Strawberry Shortcake in your own space before committing.
What colors match Strawberry Shortcake from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Strawberry Shortcake are Flamingo's Dream by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Prettiest Pink by PPG (a near-identical match), Primrose Garden by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Strawberry Shortcake'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 Strawberry Shortcake?
Strawberry Shortcake has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Strawberry Shortcake's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.