Morning sunlight washes over natural oak flooring and a linen sofa in this English country living room painted in White Tie (Hex #efe9d8).

White Tie 2002

Farrow & Ball
LRV 85.27

White Tie by Farrow & Ball is a warm, pale yellow-based white. It brings a gentle, creamy softness to any room, offering a bright yet comforting atmosphere that perfectly balances traditional elegance with a welcoming, sunlit glow.

Paint Technical Profile

Color ID / SKU 2002
HEX Code #efe9d8
Light Reflectance (LRV) 85.27
Temperature Warm
Primary Undertone Yellow
Hidden Undertones Cream
Use Interior, Exterior
Best Exposures North, East, South, West
Best For Living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms, trim, cabinetry

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A split digital conceptual board showcasing Farrow & Ball White Tie on a bright living room top section, with physical material swatches below.

Digital color test: This warm creamy hue applied to living room walls, paired with raw linen and aged brass.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Soft southern afternoon sunlight
  • Trim Recommendation:Wimborne White
  • Flooring:Light wide-plank European oak
  • Accent Texture:Bouclé and raw linen
  • Hardware Finishes:Aged brass

Complementary Paint Colors

Wimborne White Farrow & Ball • 239
A dual-section conceptual layout featuring a kitchen with warm white Shaker cabinets above, and a textured flat-lay of marble and polished nickel below.

Concept board: A creamy off-white coats these kitchen cabinets, beautifully complementing the honed Calacatta marble and polished nickel.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Bright morning eastern light
  • Wall Recommendation:All White
  • Cabinetry Style:Shaker
  • Countertops:Honed Calacatta marble
  • Hardware Finishes:Polished nickel
  • Styling Props:Fresh artisanal sourdough, ceramic pitcher

Complementary Paint Colors

All White Farrow & Ball • 2005
A composite digital board presenting a serene bedroom painted in a soft cream hue on top, with walnut and cashmere swatches on the bottom.

Digital visualization: Exploring this soft neutral on bedroom walls alongside warm walnut wood and layered cashmere textiles.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Diffused western evening light
  • Trim Recommendation:Pointing
  • Textiles:Washed cotton and cashmere
  • Accent Wood:Walnut
  • Vibe:Serene minimalist

Complementary Paint Colors

Pointing Farrow & Ball • 2003
A split conceptual board detailing ornate crown molding painted in a warm white above, resting over a herringbone oak and woven basket flat-lay.

Material visualization: This rich cream tone applied to deep baseboards and crown molding, contrasting against dusty pink walls.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Clear northern light
  • Wall Color:Setting Plaster
  • Architectural Detail:Deep baseboards and crown molding
  • Flooring:Herringbone oak

Complementary Paint Colors

Setting Plaster Farrow & Ball • 231
A digital conceptual split board displaying warm white built-in cabinetry above, and a textured section with soapstone and unlacquered brass hardware below.

Digital layout: Testing a creamy off-white on built-in cabinetry, balanced by dark charcoal soapstone and unlacquered brass.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Soft diffused ambient light
  • Surround Walls:Slipper Satin
  • Hardware Finishes:Unlacquered brass
  • Countertop:Soapstone

Complementary Paint Colors

Slipper Satin Farrow & Ball • 2004

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