Ref. #FAE5DE · HDC-CT-10
Sherry Cream
82%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sherry Cream Technical Profile
What color is Sherry Cream? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FAE5DE. Colors similar to Sherry Cream include Valspar Champagne Pink, Hirshfield's Pale Shrimp, Dunn-Edwards Translucent Silk. Sherry Cream has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 82, Sherry Cream reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Sherry Cream
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Champagne Pink
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pale Shrimp
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Translucent Silk
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pink Cloud
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Morning Side
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Limoge Pink
PPG
Nearly identical
Lotus Petal
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Light Silver
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sherry Cream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sherry Cream
#FAE5DE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C6B06C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sherry Cream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sherry Cream 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Sherry Cream.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sherry Cream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sherry Cream have?
Sherry Cream by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Sherry Cream from other brands?
The closest matches are Champagne Pink by Valspar (#F9E4DD), Pale Shrimp by Hirshfield's (#FAE4DB), Translucent Silk by Dunn-Edwards (#FFE9E1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sherry Cream?
Sherry Cream has an LRV of 81.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sherry Cream's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.