Ref. #D8AF77 · 3005-5C
Ambitious
47%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ambitious Technical Profile
What color is Ambitious? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #D8AF77. Colors similar to Ambitious include Behr Mustard Field, Benjamin Moore Tavern Ochre, Sherwin-Williams Golden Fleece. Ambitious has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 47 gives Ambitious 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 Ambitious
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Mustard Field
Behr
Nearly identical
Tavern Ochre
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Golden Fleece
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Drops Of Honey
PPG
Nearly identical
Goby Desert
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Goby Desert
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Golden Compass
Kilz
Nearly identical
Warm Butterscotch
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ambitious
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ambitious
#D8AF77
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B6BB77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ambitious
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ambitious 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Ambitious.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ambitious — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ambitious have?
Ambitious by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Ambitious from other brands?
The closest matches are Mustard Field by Behr (#D9B177), Tavern Ochre by Benjamin Moore (#D7AF74), Golden Fleece by Sherwin-Williams (#D6AD78). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ambitious?
Ambitious has an LRV of 46.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ambitious's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.