Ref. #8F7659 · 9114
Fallen Leaves
20%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Fallen Leaves Technical Profile
What color is Fallen Leaves? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #8F7659. Colors similar to Fallen Leaves include Benjamin Moore Raleigh Sorrel, PPG Hat Box Brown, Benjamin Moore Maple Valley. Fallen Leaves has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 20, Fallen Leaves creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Fallen Leaves pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Fallen Leaves
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fallen Leaves
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fallen Leaves
#8F7659
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3A477
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fallen Leaves
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fallen Leaves 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Fallen Leaves.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fallen Leaves — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fallen Leaves have?
Fallen Leaves by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Fallen Leaves from other brands?
The closest matches are Raleigh Sorrel by Benjamin Moore (#8F765A), Hat Box Brown by PPG (#8F775D), Maple Valley by Benjamin Moore (#8C7456). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Fallen Leaves?
Fallen Leaves has an LRV of 19.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Fallen Leaves's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.