Ref. #C09D5F · C-877
Glorious Gold
36%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Glorious Gold Technical Profile
What color is Glorious Gold? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #C09D5F. Colors similar to Glorious Gold include Hirshfield's Glorious Gold, Benjamin Moore El Sereno Gold, Benjamin Moore Gilded Ballroom. Glorious Gold has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 36 gives Glorious Gold depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Glorious Gold pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Glorious Gold
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Glorious Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Glorious Gold
#C09D5F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACB47E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Glorious Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Glorious Gold 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 Glorious Gold.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Glorious Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Glorious Gold have?
Glorious Gold by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Glorious Gold from other brands?
The closest matches are Glorious Gold by Hirshfield's (#C49F63), El Sereno Gold by Benjamin Moore (#BA9A5C), Gilded Ballroom by Benjamin Moore (#BC9E62). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Glorious Gold?
Glorious Gold has an LRV of 36.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Glorious Gold's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.