Ref. #D6A02B · 6691
Glitzy Gold
40%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Glitzy Gold Technical Profile
What color is Glitzy Gold? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #D6A02B. Colors similar to Glitzy Gold include PPG Curry Sauce, Dunn-Edwards Fortune Cookie, Vista Paint Lemon Bar. Glitzy Gold has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 40 gives Glitzy Gold depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Glitzy Gold
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Glitzy Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Glitzy Gold
#D6A02B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3C270
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Glitzy Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Glitzy Gold 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 Glitzy Gold.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Glitzy Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Glitzy Gold have?
Glitzy Gold by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Glitzy Gold from other brands?
The closest matches are Curry Sauce by PPG (#D6A332), Fortune Cookie by Dunn-Edwards (#DAA436), Lemon Bar by Vista Paint (#D5A432). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Glitzy Gold?
Glitzy Gold has an LRV of 39.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Glitzy Gold's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.