Ref. #F88258 · C-1045
Ballet Cream
37%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Ballet Cream Technical Profile
What color is Ballet Cream? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #F88258. Colors similar to Ballet Cream include Hirshfield's Ballet Cream, Benjamin Moore Tangerine Fusion, Behr Indian Paint Brush. Ballet Cream has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 37 gives Ballet Cream 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 Ballet Cream
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ballet Cream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ballet Cream
#F88258
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D1B761
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ballet Cream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ballet Cream 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Ballet Cream.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ballet Cream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ballet Cream have?
Ballet Cream by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Ballet Cream from other brands?
The closest matches are Ballet Cream by Hirshfield's (#FC8258), Tangerine Fusion by Benjamin Moore (#F6865C), Indian Paint Brush by Behr (#FF8159). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ballet Cream?
Ballet Cream has an LRV of 36.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ballet Cream's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.