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Crescent Moon
82%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Crescent Moon Technical Profile
What color is Crescent Moon? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #F1E9CF. Colors similar to Crescent Moon include Vista Paint Natural Whisper, Hirshfield's Natural Whisper, Vista Paint Homemade Biscuit. Crescent Moon has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 82, Crescent Moon 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 Crescent Moon 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 Crescent Moon
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Natural Whisper
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Natural Whisper
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Knitted Cape
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cozy Cottage
Behr
Nearly identical
Ginger Sugar
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lemon Meringue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
House White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
White Peony
Kilz
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Crescent Moon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crescent Moon
#F1E9CF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9BB77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crescent Moon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crescent Moon 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 Crescent Moon.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Crescent Moon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crescent Moon have?
Crescent Moon by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Crescent Moon from other brands?
The closest matches are Natural Whisper by Vista Paint (#F0E8CE), Natural Whisper by Hirshfield's (#F0E8CF), Homemade Biscuit by Vista Paint (#F1E8CD). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Crescent Moon?
Crescent Moon has an LRV of 81.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Crescent Moon's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.