Pale Starlet 8659 is a orange paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #DBCBC2, LRV 62 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Coconut Macaroon from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DBCBC2 · 8659
Pale Starlet
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pale Starlet Technical Profile
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Pale Starlet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pale Starlet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintPale Starlet
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sCoconut Macaroon
Coconut Macaroon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Soft Sand
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
First Kiss
PPG
Nearly identical
Unfussy Beige
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Wisp of Mauve
Behr
Nearly identical
Champagne Glee
Valspar
Nearly identical
Desert Rock
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sandstone Quarry
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Peignoir
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dried Plaster
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pale Starlet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Starlet
#DBCBC2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA885
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Starlet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Starlet 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 Pale Starlet.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pale Starlet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Starlet have?
Pale Starlet by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pale Starlet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pale Starlet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Starlet are Coconut Macaroon by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Soft Sand by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Charmeuse by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pale Starlet'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 Pale Starlet?
Pale Starlet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 61.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pale Starlet's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.