Preppy Pink 204-5DB is a red paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #CC7673, estimated LRV 27 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Madeira Rose from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #CC7673 · 204-5DB
Preppy Pink
27%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Preppy Pink Technical Profile
HEX Code#CC7673
RGB204, 118, 115
Estimated LRV27.0
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyred
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Preppy Pink
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Preppy Pink
#CC7673
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B69B7C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Preppy Pink
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Preppy Pink 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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Preppy Pink — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Preppy Pink have?
Preppy Pink by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red 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 Preppy Pink from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Preppy Pink are Madeira Rose by PPG (a close digital match), Emberglo by PPG (a close digital match), Copperleaf by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Preppy Pink'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 Preppy Pink?
Preppy Pink has a estimated lightness value of 27.0, 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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