Ref. #FFEF9A · C-847
Yellow Tail
85%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Yellow Tail Technical Profile
What color is Yellow Tail? It's a very light cool yellow with the hex code #FFEF9A. Colors similar to Yellow Tail include Dutch Boy Tinker Belles, Hirshfield's Yellow Tail, Benjamin Moore Sundance. Yellow Tail has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 85, Yellow Tail 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 Yellow Tail 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 Yellow Tail
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Yellow Tail
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Yellow Tail
#FFEF9A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACD65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Yellow Tail
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Yellow Tail 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 Yellow Tail.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Yellow Tail — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Yellow Tail have?
Yellow Tail by Vista Paint has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Yellow Tail from other brands?
The closest matches are Tinker Belles by Dutch Boy (#FDED98), Yellow Tail by Hirshfield's (#FFF29D), Sundance by Benjamin Moore (#FFF2A0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Yellow Tail?
Yellow Tail has an LRV of 85.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Yellow Tail's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.