Fennel Seed 1101 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E4C89E, estimated LRV 58 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is York Ivory from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #E4C89E · 1101
Fennel Seed
58%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Fennel Seed Technical Profile
HEX Code#E4C89E
RGB228, 200, 158
Estimated LRV57.5
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Fennel Seed
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fennel Seed
#E4C89E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5BC76
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fennel Seed
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fennel Seed 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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Fennel Seed — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fennel Seed have?
Fennel Seed by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Fennel Seed from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fennel Seed are York Ivory by PPG (a close digital match), Biltmore Buff by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Faint Fawn by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Fennel Seed'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 Fennel Seed?
Fennel Seed has a estimated lightness value of 57.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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