Bright Bittersweet 7989 is a orange paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #E87434, LRV 30 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tart Orange from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E87434 · 7989
Bright Bittersweet
30%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Bright Bittersweet Technical Profile
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Bright Bittersweet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bright Bittersweet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintBright Bittersweet
Nearly identical
BehrTart Orange
Tart Orange
Behr
Nearly identical
Invigorate
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pumpkin Patch
PPG
Nearly identical
Lava Lamp
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Summer Treat
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sandy Peppers
Valspar
Very similar
Electric Orange
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Hyperactive
Kilz
Very similar
Sweet Potato
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Deep Orange
RAL
Very similar
Create .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bright Bittersweet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bright Bittersweet
#E87434
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CABC68
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bright Bittersweet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bright Bittersweet 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 Bright Bittersweet.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bright Bittersweet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bright Bittersweet have?
Bright Bittersweet by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Bright Bittersweet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bright Bittersweet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bright Bittersweet are Tart Orange by Behr (a near-identical match), Invigorate by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Pumpkin Patch by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bright Bittersweet'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 Bright Bittersweet?
Bright Bittersweet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Bright Bittersweet's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.