Ref. #FCE79A · 1211-4
Twinkle Little Star
80%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Twinkle Little Star Technical Profile
What color is Twinkle Little Star? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #FCE79A. Colors similar to Twinkle Little Star include Hirshfield's Butter Tart, Vista Paint Solid Gold, Benjamin Moore Mellow Yellow. Twinkle Little Star has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 80, Twinkle Little Star 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 Twinkle Little Star 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 Twinkle Little Star
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Butter Tart
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Solid Gold
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Mellow Yellow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Egg Nog
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Lemon Twist
Valspar
Nearly identical
Polka Dot Skirt
Behr
Nearly identical
Fun Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dayroom Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Twinkle Little Star
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Twinkle Little Star
#FCE79A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2D35F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Twinkle Little Star
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Twinkle Little Star 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 Twinkle Little Star.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Twinkle Little Star — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Twinkle Little Star have?
Twinkle Little Star by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Twinkle Little Star from other brands?
The closest matches are Butter Tart by Hirshfield's (#FFE99E), Solid Gold by Vista Paint (#FFE898), Mellow Yellow by Benjamin Moore (#FFEAA0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Twinkle Little Star?
Twinkle Little Star has an LRV of 80.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Twinkle Little Star's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.