Ref. #8C7545 · C-311
September Gold
19%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
September Gold Technical Profile
What color is September Gold? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #8C7545. Colors similar to September Gold include Hirshfield's September Gold, PPG Wool Tweed, Benjamin Moore Foot Hills. September Gold has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, September Gold creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, September 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 September Gold
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With September Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
September Gold
#8C7545
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#939B69
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for September Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
September 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 September 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.
September Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does September Gold have?
September Gold by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match September Gold from other brands?
The closest matches are September Gold by Hirshfield's (#8D7548), Wool Tweed by PPG (#917747), Foot Hills by Benjamin Moore (#8C7845). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of September Gold?
September Gold has an LRV of 18.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why September Gold's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.