Ref. #D9CAC3 · 1017-2
First Kiss
61%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
First Kiss Technical Profile
What color is First Kiss? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #D9CAC3. Colors similar to First Kiss include Behr Hazy Taupe, Sherwin-Williams White Truffle, Benjamin Moore Wisp of Mauve. First Kiss has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 61, First Kiss 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 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 First Kiss
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Hazy Taupe
Behr
Nearly identical
White Truffle
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Wisp of Mauve
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pale Starlet
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Peignoir
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Coconut Macaroon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Desert Rock
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Champagne Glee
Valspar
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With First Kiss
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
First Kiss
#D9CAC3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA685
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for First Kiss
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
First Kiss 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 First Kiss.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
First Kiss — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does First Kiss have?
First Kiss by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match First Kiss from other brands?
The closest matches are Hazy Taupe by Behr (#D6C8C1), White Truffle by Sherwin-Williams (#D7C8C2), Wisp of Mauve by Benjamin Moore (#DCCBC4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of First Kiss?
First Kiss has an LRV of 60.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why First Kiss's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.