Ref. #B8B8CB · DE5933
Winter Dusk
49%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Winter Dusk Technical Profile
What color is Winter Dusk? It's a medium warm neutral with the hex code #B8B8CB. Colors similar to Winter Dusk include PPG Cosmic, MPC Brewster Blue, Valspar A Stitch in Time. Winter Dusk has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 49 gives Winter Dusk depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Winter Dusk 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. 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.
Colors Similar to Winter Dusk
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Winter Dusk
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Winter Dusk
#B8B8CB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9985AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Winter Dusk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Winter Dusk 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 Winter Dusk.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Winter Dusk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Winter Dusk have?
Winter Dusk by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Winter Dusk from other brands?
The closest matches are Cosmic by PPG (#B8B9CB), Brewster Blue by MPC (#BEBDD3), A Stitch in Time by Valspar (#BDBFD1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Winter Dusk?
Winter Dusk has an LRV of 48.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Winter Dusk's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.