Ref. #FAE89A · C-832
Scene Stealer
80%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Scene Stealer Technical Profile
What color is Scene Stealer? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #FAE89A. Colors similar to Scene Stealer include Hirshfield's Scene Stealer, Valspar Chickery Chick, Dunn-Edwards Egg Nog. Scene Stealer has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 80, Scene Stealer 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 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 Scene Stealer 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 Scene Stealer
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Scene Stealer
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Chickery Chick
Valspar
Nearly identical
Egg Nog
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Lemon Grass
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fun Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Twinkle Little Star
PPG
Nearly identical
Sweet As Honey
Behr
Nearly identical
Tinker Belles
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Scene Stealer
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Scene Stealer
#FAE89A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AED062
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Scene Stealer
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Scene Stealer 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 Scene Stealer.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Scene Stealer — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Scene Stealer have?
Scene Stealer by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Scene Stealer from other brands?
The closest matches are Scene Stealer by Hirshfield's (#FAE89A), Chickery Chick by Valspar (#FBE998), Egg Nog by Dunn-Edwards (#FDEA9F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Scene Stealer?
Scene Stealer has an LRV of 80.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Scene Stealer's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.