Winter Dusk DE5933 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #B8B8CB, LRV 49 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cosmic from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B8B8CB · DE5933
Winter Dusk
49%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Winter Dusk Technical Profile
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Winter Dusk in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Winter Dusk in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsWinter Dusk
Nearly identical
PPGCosmic
Cosmic
PPG
Nearly identical
A Stitch in Time
Valspar
Very similar
Boysenberry Cream
Kilz
Very similar
Blue Orchid
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Future Vision
Behr
Very similar
Purple Shimmer
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Violet Vista
Vista Paint
Very similar
Collensia
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Grape Mist
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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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
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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 sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Winter Dusk in your own space before committing.
What colors match Winter Dusk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Winter Dusk are Cosmic by PPG (a near-identical match), A Stitch in Time by Valspar (a very close match), Boysenberry Cream by Kilz (a very close match) — the best options for getting Winter Dusk'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 Winter Dusk?
Winter Dusk has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 48.8, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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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.