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Gold Season
33%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gold Season Technical Profile
What color is Gold Season? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #B19971. Colors similar to Gold Season include Vista Paint Gold Season, Vista Paint Bauhaus Gold, PPG Toasted Sesame. Gold Season has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 33 gives Gold Season depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Gold Season pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Gold Season
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gold Season
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gold Season
#B19971
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gold Season
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gold Season 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 Gold Season.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gold Season — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gold Season have?
Gold Season by Hirshfield's has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Gold Season from other brands?
The closest matches are Gold Season by Vista Paint (#B0996F), Bauhaus Gold by Vista Paint (#B19A70), Toasted Sesame by PPG (#AF9A73). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gold Season?
Gold Season has an LRV of 33.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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