August Moon
With a focus on bright and airy tones, August Moon (0194) is a standout paint color in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to maximize natural light while maintaining a clean, neutral backdrop. See it applied across 8 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#E5E0D5
LRV
75.00
August Moon's Color Strip
August Moon is the first shade on this 7-color strip, the lightest in this coordinated family. Strip 179 puts these related shades in sequence, making it simple to find the tone that suits your room.
August Moon in Real Rooms
August Moon has a high LRV of 75 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.
1 Bathroom Photo
August Moon is the perfect "clean" color for a bathroom that still wants to feel cozy. It lacks the clinical coldness of a pure white but retains a sense of hygiene and order that is essential for a space dedicated to self-care and grooming.
The walls here show August Moon in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
@visualization
2 Bedroom Photos
To use August Moon in a bedroom is to lean into the concept of "soft minimalism." It provides enough visual interest that you don't need a lot of wall decor; the color itself becomes the art. This allows for a clutter-free environment that is essential for mental clarity at the end of the day.
A bedroom painted in August Moon — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
@visualization
This open bedroom shows August Moon in honest, natural light.
@visualization
1 Dining Room Photo
For an "all-day" dining room, August Moon is surprisingly adaptable. In the morning, it feels crisp and clean for breakfast; as the sun moves, it transitions into a moodier, more reflective space that is perfect for long, lingering dinners.
See August Moon in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
@visualization
2 Misc Photos
These examples of August Moon in transitional spaces—like entryways or landings—show how the color can act as a "thread" that ties the upper and lower floors of a house together into one cohesive story.
A foyer painted in August Moon sets the tone for everything beyond it.
@visualization
Natural light reveals August Moon's true character in this bright sun room.
@visualization
1 Kitchen Photo
The sophisticated undertones of August Moon make it an excellent partner for mixed metal finishes. Whether you have a brass faucet and matte black cabinet pulls, or traditional chrome fixtures, this color acts as a neutral mediator that makes the mix look intentional.
This kitchen scene shows how August Moon holds up under practical light.
@visualization
1 Living Room Photo
There is a specific "glow" that August Moon takes on during the golden hour in a living room. As the sun sets, the pigments react with the low-angled light to create a hazy, ethereal atmosphere that feels incredibly high-end. It's a color that rewards those who use the room during the transition of the day.
See how August Moon holds up in a real living room setting.
@visualization