Winter Dusk DE5933 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #B8B8CB, estimated 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.
Dunn-Edwards · #B8B8CB · DE5933
Winter Dusk
49%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Winter Dusk Technical Profile
HEX Code#B8B8CB
RGB184, 184, 203
Estimated LRV48.8
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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 Familyneutral
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#B8B9CB
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Colors That Work With Winter Dusk
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Winter Dusk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Winter Dusk are Cosmic by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Winter Dusk's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.