Ref. #FA9B51 · C-975
Cocktail Hour
44%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cocktail Hour Technical Profile
What color is Cocktail Hour? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #FA9B51. Colors similar to Cocktail Hour include PPG Fall Leaf, Valspar Pumpkin Burst, Hirshfield's Cocktail Hour. Cocktail Hour has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 44 gives Cocktail Hour 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 Cocktail Hour
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cocktail Hour
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cocktail Hour
#FA9B51
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D3CC5F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cocktail Hour
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cocktail Hour 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 Cocktail Hour.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cocktail Hour — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cocktail Hour have?
Cocktail Hour by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Cocktail Hour from other brands?
The closest matches are Fall Leaf by PPG (#F69A54), Pumpkin Burst by Valspar (#F89E57), Cocktail Hour by Hirshfield's (#FD9A52). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cocktail Hour?
Cocktail Hour has an LRV of 44.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Cocktail Hour's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.