Pony Tail 1086-4 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D2BC9B, LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Persian Fable from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D2BC9B · 1086-4
Pony Tail
52%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pony Tail Technical Profile
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Pony Tail in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pony Tail in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPony Tail
Nearly identical
Vista PaintPersian Fable
Persian Fable
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
October Harvest
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Blanched Almond
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
High Noon
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Practical Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Biscotti Beige
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Row House Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Prairie Dance
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cord
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Tea With Cream
Kilz
Very similar
Grain .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pony Tail
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pony Tail
#D2BC9B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACB082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pony Tail
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pony Tail 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 Pony Tail.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pony Tail — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pony Tail have?
Pony Tail by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pony Tail in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pony Tail from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pony Tail are Persian Fable by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), October Harvest by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Polished Marble by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pony Tail's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Pony Tail?
Pony Tail has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 52.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pony Tail's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.