Ref. #D7D4A6 · C-790
Origin
64%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Origin Technical Profile
What color is Origin? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #D7D4A6. Colors similar to Origin include Hirshfield's Origin, Valspar Plum Passion, Benjamin Moore Sesame. Origin has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 64, Origin sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Origin reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Origin
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Origin
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Origin
#D7D4A6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9CB082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Origin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Origin 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 Origin.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Origin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Origin have?
Origin by Vista Paint has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Origin from other brands?
The closest matches are Origin by Hirshfield's (#D8D4A8), Plum Passion by Valspar (#D9D5AA), Sesame by Benjamin Moore (#DCD7A8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Origin?
Origin has an LRV of 64.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Origin's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.