Ref. #D8D7B9 · historic-elise
Elise
67%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Elise Technical Profile
What color is Elise? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #D8D7B9. Colors similar to Elise include MPC Mosaic Glass, Benjamin Moore Pistachio Ice Cream, Vista Paint Elise. Elise has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 67, Elise 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 Elise 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 Elise
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Elise
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Elise
#D8D7B9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9AAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Elise
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Elise 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 Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Elise.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Elise — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Elise have?
Elise by Hirshfield's has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Elise from other brands?
The closest matches are Mosaic Glass by MPC (#D9D7B7), Pistachio Ice Cream by Benjamin Moore (#DBDABD), Elise by Vista Paint (#D3D4B6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Elise?
Elise has an LRV of 66.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Elise's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.