Ref. #FBDB9F · C-923
First Day of School
74%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
First Day of School Technical Profile
What color is First Day of School? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #FBDB9F. Colors similar to First Day of School include Hirshfield's First Day Of School, Benjamin Moore Suntan Yellow, Behr Corn Stalk. First Day of School has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 74, First Day of School reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 First Day of School
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
First Day Of School
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Suntan Yellow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Corn Stalk
Behr
Nearly identical
Valley Flower
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Creamy Surprises
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Honey Bee
PPG
Nearly identical
Fire Glow
Kilz
Nearly identical
La Luna Amarilla
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With First Day of School
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
First Day of School
#FBDB9F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C0D161
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for First Day of School
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
First Day of School 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 First Day of School.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
First Day of School — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does First Day of School have?
First Day of School by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match First Day of School from other brands?
The closest matches are First Day Of School by Hirshfield's (#FADBA0), Suntan Yellow by Benjamin Moore (#FCDDA0), Corn Stalk by Behr (#FDDBA0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of First Day of School?
First Day of School has an LRV of 73.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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