Ref. #C2AA78 · 272
Avant Garde
42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Avant Garde Technical Profile
What color is Avant Garde? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #C2AA78. Colors similar to Avant Garde include Colorhouse Stone .02, Sherwin-Williams Dusted Olive, Valspar Golden Popover. Avant Garde has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 42 gives Avant Garde depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Avant Garde
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Avant Garde
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Avant Garde
#C2AA78
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8B082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Avant Garde
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Avant Garde 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Avant Garde.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Avant Garde — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Avant Garde have?
Avant Garde by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Avant Garde from other brands?
The closest matches are Stone .02 by Colorhouse (#C1A878), Dusted Olive by Sherwin-Williams (#BEA775), Golden Popover by Valspar (#C2A878). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Avant Garde?
Avant Garde has an LRV of 41.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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