Highlight
We've categorized Highlight as a versatile paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can add character and warmth to any space so effectively. Explore our collection of 8 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#BBA787
LRV
41.00
Highlight's Color Strip
Highlight is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Polished Marble and Gold Taffeta. The strip spans from Clover Honey at the lightest end to Golden Freesia at the deepest. As part of strip 19, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Highlight in Real Rooms
Highlight has a medium-high LRV of 41 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy.
1 Bathroom Photo
In a powder room, Highlight 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.
The walls here show Highlight in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
Highlight 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.
A bedroom painted in Highlight — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows Highlight in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Highlight 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.
See Highlight in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
In walk-in closets or pantries, Highlight 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.
A foyer painted in Highlight sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals Highlight's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a farmhouse or traditional kitchen, Highlight 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.
This kitchen scene shows how Highlight holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
For open-concept living rooms, Highlight 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.
See how Highlight holds up in a real living room setting.
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