Ref. #EDEFCB · 1220-2
Passionate Pause
84%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Passionate Pause Technical Profile
What color is Passionate Pause? It's a very light cool yellow with the hex code #EDEFCB. Colors similar to Passionate Pause include Vista Paint Soft Shamrock, Vista Paint Chipper Tint, Valspar Sheer Green. Passionate Pause has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 84, Passionate Pause 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 Passionate Pause 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 Passionate Pause
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Passionate Pause
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Passionate Pause
#EDEFCB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#95B979
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Passionate Pause
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Passionate Pause 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 Passionate Pause.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Passionate Pause — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Passionate Pause have?
Passionate Pause by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Passionate Pause from other brands?
The closest matches are Soft Shamrock by Vista Paint (#EFF1CD), Chipper Tint by Vista Paint (#EEEFC9), Sheer Green by Valspar (#EDF0CE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Passionate Pause?
Passionate Pause has an LRV of 84.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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