Ref. #E9CB2E · DE5419
Soleil
60%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Soleil Technical Profile
What color is Soleil? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #E9CB2E. Colors similar to Soleil include Behr Citrus Zest, Benjamin Moore Yellow Hibiscus, Benjamin Moore Yolk. Soleil has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 60, Soleil sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Soleil reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Soleil
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Soleil
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soleil
#E9CB2E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9CB67
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soleil
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soleil 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Soleil.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Soleil — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soleil have?
Soleil by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Soleil from other brands?
The closest matches are Citrus Zest by Behr (#ECCC39), Yellow Hibiscus by Benjamin Moore (#E3C93A), Yolk by Benjamin Moore (#EDCA01). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Soleil?
Soleil has an LRV of 60.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Soleil's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.