Cupcake
With a focus on versatile tones, Cupcake (0178) is a standout paint color in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to add character and warmth to any space. See it applied across 8 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.
Hex
#8E755B
LRV
20.00
Cupcake's Color Strip
Cupcake is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Weaver's Tool and Fall in Season. The strip spans from Pale Gingersnap at the lightest end to Fall in Season at the deepest. Browsing strip 10 alongside this color helps you gauge whether to go lighter, darker, or stay right here.
Cupcake in Real Rooms
Cupcake has a medium LRV of 20 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.
1 Bathroom Photo
In a powder room, Cupcake can be used floor-to-ceiling to create a dramatic, high-impact experience for guests. Because these rooms are small and transitional, they can handle the full intensity of the color's personality without feeling overwhelming.
Cupcake gives this bathroom a clean, considered finish.
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2 Bedroom Photos
Cupcake has a unique ability to make a bedroom feel larger yet more intimate at the same time. By softening the "edges" of the room, the walls seem to move back, while the warmth of the tone makes the bed feel like a safe, protected island in the center of the space.
Cupcake sets a calm, restful tone in this bedroom.
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Cupcake in a spacious bedroom — see how the color behaves at scale.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Cupcake encourages conversation. Its calm, grounded presence creates a sense of safety and comfort that allows guests to relax and stay at the table longer, which is the ultimate goal of any well-designed dining area.
Cupcake on the dining room walls — a color that makes evenings feel intentional.
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2 Misc Photos
In walk-in closets or pantries, Cupcake provides a dark, sophisticated backdrop that makes your belongings look organized and curated. It turns a storage space into a boutique-like experience every time you open the door.
Cupcake in a foyer — the first impression this color makes is a confident one.
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Cupcake in a sun-filled room — how this color holds up in direct light.
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a farmhouse or traditional kitchen, Cupcake adds a layer of modern relevance. It updates classic cabinetry and apron-front sinks without clashing with the traditional "bones" of the house, offering a bridge between the old and the new.
Cupcake on the kitchen walls — a backdrop that works without demanding attention.
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1 Living Room Photo
For open-concept living rooms, Cupcake is a powerful tool for definition. It has enough presence to signal where the living area begins without creating a harsh visual break from the rest of the house. It defines the "zone" of relaxation through color psychology and sophisticated depth.
Cupcake on the walls of this living room — warm, grounded, easy to live with.
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