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Dragon Fruit
23%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Dragon Fruit Technical Profile
What color is Dragon Fruit? It's a deep warm pink with the hex code #CC617F. Colors similar to Dragon Fruit include PPG Cherry Pink, Behr Lovable, Valspar Pink Burst. Dragon Fruit has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Dragon Fruit creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with warm whites like Simply White, blonde wood floors, and brass or gold hardware. Deep green or forest accents add contrast that keeps it from feeling too sweet. Under 2700K warm bulbs pinks and magentas glow warmly, leaning coral. Under 4000K cool light they read more vibrant — important for nursery and bedroom planning where bulb choice changes the mood.
Colors Similar to Dragon Fruit
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dragon Fruit
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dragon Fruit
#CC617F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B8877A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dragon Fruit
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dragon Fruit 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Dragon Fruit.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dragon Fruit — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dragon Fruit have?
Dragon Fruit by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the pink color family.
What colors match Dragon Fruit from other brands?
The closest matches are Cherry Pink by PPG (#C7607B), Lovable by Behr (#CC5B7E), Pink Burst by Valspar (#D55E7B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dragon Fruit?
Dragon Fruit has an LRV of 22.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dragon Fruit's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.