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Brandy Alexander
79%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Brandy Alexander Technical Profile
What color is Brandy Alexander? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #F3E2DC. Colors similar to Brandy Alexander include Dunn-Edwards Faded Light, Vista Paint Morning Side, Benjamin Moore Key Pearl. Brandy Alexander has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 79, Brandy Alexander 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 Brandy Alexander
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Faded Light
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Morning Side
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Key Pearl
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Peach Glamour
Kilz
Nearly identical
Morning Side
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Champagne Pink
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lotus Petal
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Nutmeg Frost
Behr
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brandy Alexander
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brandy Alexander
#F3E2DC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B7A97B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brandy Alexander
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brandy Alexander 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Brandy Alexander.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Brandy Alexander — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brandy Alexander have?
Brandy Alexander by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Brandy Alexander from other brands?
The closest matches are Faded Light by Dunn-Edwards (#F5E4DE), Morning Side by Vista Paint (#F4E1DB), Key Pearl by Benjamin Moore (#F6E5E0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Brandy Alexander?
Brandy Alexander has an LRV of 78.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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