Sesame 381 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DCD7A8, LRV 63 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Origin from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DCD7A8 · 381
Sesame
63%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Sesame Technical Profile
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Sesame in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sesame in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSesame
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sOrigin
Origin
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Origin
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Plum Passion
Valspar
Nearly identical
Spring Willow Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Olive Oil
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Fresh Willow
Behr
Nearly identical
Pampas
Kilz
Nearly identical
Wild Lime
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lil' Bit Citrus
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Thrive .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sesame
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sesame
#DCD7A8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EB37F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sesame
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sesame 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 Sesame.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sesame — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sesame have?
Sesame by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sesame in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sesame from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sesame are Origin by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Origin by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Plum Passion by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sesame'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 Sesame?
Sesame has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 63.1, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sesame's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.