Ref. #F5ECD9 · 2002
White Tie
84%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
White Tie Technical Profile
What color is White Tie? It's a very light warm orange with the hex code #F5ECD9. Colors similar to White Tie include Hirshfield's Spinning Wheel, Vista Paint Casa Blanca, Dunn-Edwards Home Plate. White Tie has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 84, White Tie reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 White Tie
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Spinning Wheel
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Casa Blanca
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Home Plate
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cottage White
Behr
Nearly identical
Paradise Beach
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Honied White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Thistle Seed
Valspar
Nearly identical
Country White
Kilz
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With White Tie
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
White Tie
#F5ECD9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0BD75
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for White Tie
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
White Tie 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 Farrow & Ball Colors
Other Farrow & Ball colors close to White Tie.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
White Tie — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does White Tie have?
White Tie by Farrow & Ball has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match White Tie from other brands?
The closest matches are Spinning Wheel by Hirshfield's (#F6EDDA), Casa Blanca by Vista Paint (#F5ECD8), Home Plate by Dunn-Edwards (#F7EEDB). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of White Tie?
White Tie has an LRV of 84.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why White Tie's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.