Dreamsicle 7952 is a orange paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #FFD98D, estimated LRV 73 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Yellow Duckling from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #FFD98D · 7952
Dreamsicle
73%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Dreamsicle Technical Profile
HEX Code#FFD98D
RGB255, 217, 141
Estimated LRV72.8
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
BrandVista Paint
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Compare alternatives to Dreamsicle
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Yellow Duckling
Kilz
#FED98E
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Big Bus Yellow
Hirshfield's
#FFDA8B
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Butterscotch Cream
Valspar
#FFD78C
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Warbler Yellow
Dutch Boy
#FFD689
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Evening Glow
PPG
#FDD792
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Sweet Butter
Benjamin Moore
#FDDC95
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Applesauce
Behr
#F7D68F
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Honey Bees
Sherwin-Williams
#FBD682
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Precious Nectar
Dunn-Edwards
#FFDE9C
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Yellow Ground
Farrow & Ball
#F2CF86
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Colorhouse
#F0D181
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Colors That Work With Dreamsicle
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dreamsicle
#FFD98D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C2D65C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dreamsicle
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dreamsicle 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
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More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dreamsicle — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dreamsicle have?
Dreamsicle by Vista Paint 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 Dreamsicle from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dreamsicle are Yellow Duckling by Kilz (a close digital match), Big Bus Yellow by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Butterscotch Cream by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Dreamsicle'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 Dreamsicle?
Dreamsicle has a estimated lightness value of 72.8, 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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