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Sweet Sundae 2

Dulux

The Analysis

Sweet Sundae 2 is a mid-tone pink that adds significant warmth without being overly sugary. With an LRV of 39.65, it absorbs more light than it reflects, which can make a room feel cozy and intimate rather than large and expansive.

This colour works best as a feature wall or in a dedicated hobby room where you want a punch of personality. It is likely too intense for a whole-house palette, serving better as a deliberate focal point or a playful addition to a powder room.

LRV 40

History & Origin

This is a modern take on pink, moving away from the soft pastels of the mid-20th century. It fits firmly into contemporary design trends that favor bolder, saturated colour blocking over traditional neutral schemes.

Undertonewarm-red
FamilyRed

How to Use It

Pair this with dark wood tones like walnut or matte black hardware to ground the pink and prevent it from feeling too light. It is particularly effective in north-facing rooms, where the warm pink undertones compensate for the cooler, bluish natural light.

The Mood

Living with this shade is energizing and upbeat. It avoids feeling juvenile by leaning into a sophisticated, saturated tone that keeps the space feeling active and lively throughout the day.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

Brand Matches

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  • Haute Pink

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  • Springtime Bloom

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  • Pink Begonia

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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