Lemon Chiffon 6686 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #F5E5BC, estimated LRV 79 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is White Whimsy from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #F5E5BC · 6686
Lemon Chiffon
79%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Lemon Chiffon Technical Profile
HEX Code#F5E5BC
RGB245, 229, 188
Estimated LRV79.1
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Oklahoma Wheat
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#F1E3BD
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Colors That Work With Lemon Chiffon
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lemon Chiffon
#F5E5BC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2C66C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lemon Chiffon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lemon Chiffon 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
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Lemon Chiffon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lemon Chiffon have?
Lemon Chiffon by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Lemon Chiffon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lemon Chiffon are White Whimsy by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Lemon Parsnips by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Gentle Glow by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Lemon Chiffon'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 Lemon Chiffon?
Lemon Chiffon has a estimated lightness value of 79.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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