Ref. #FAF5DE · 950
Ivory Coast
91%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ivory Coast Technical Profile
What color is Ivory Coast? It's a very light warm yellow with the hex code #FAF5DE. Colors similar to Ivory Coast include Valspar Line Dried, Behr Lemon Pearl, Vista Paint Evening Moon. Ivory Coast has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 91, Ivory Coast 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 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 Ivory Coast 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 Ivory Coast
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ivory Coast
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ivory Coast
#FAF5DE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9C66C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ivory Coast
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ivory Coast 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 Ivory Coast.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ivory Coast — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ivory Coast have?
Ivory Coast by Hirshfield's has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Ivory Coast from other brands?
The closest matches are Line Dried by Valspar (#F9F4DE), Lemon Pearl by Behr (#FBF6E0), Evening Moon by Vista Paint (#F8F4DD). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ivory Coast?
Ivory Coast has an LRV of 90.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Ivory Coast's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.