Calypso Orange 2015-30 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #FC8C3D, estimated LRV 37 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bright Mango from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #FC8C3D · 2015-30
Calypso Orange
37%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Calypso Orange Technical Profile
HEX Code#FC8C3D
RGB252, 140, 61
Estimated LRV37.0
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyorange
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Calypso Orange
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Calypso Orange
#FC8C3D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D4CA5E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Calypso Orange
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Calypso Orange 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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Calypso Orange — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Calypso Orange have?
Calypso Orange by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange 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 Calypso Orange from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Calypso Orange are Bright Mango by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Autumn Orange by Behr (a close digital match), Exotic Blossom by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Calypso Orange'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 Calypso Orange?
Calypso Orange has a estimated lightness value of 37.0, 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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