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Pashmina

Often used for its versatile qualities, Pashmina remains a staple for Benjamin Moore designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to add character and warmth to any space. We've gathered 13 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#BBB2A1

LRV

44.20

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Light Reflectance Value
44.20
Medium
TemperatureWarm
Tone
CalmingCharmingCozyMoodySoftTimeless
UseInterior & Exterior

Pashmina in Real Rooms

Pashmina has a medium-high LRV of 44.2 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a living room, house, kitchen cabinets, bathroom and kitchen.

6 Living Room Photos

In a living room, Pashmina acts as a bridge between the indoors and the view outside. It carries the organic weight of the natural world into the home, allowing the greenery from windows to pop while keeping the interior feeling protected and private. Pair it with oversized plants and ceramic vessels for a full organic-modern aesthetic.

Benjamin Moore Pashmina living room review

Living room walls in Pashmina establish a warm, inviting foundation for furnishings.

@mjb.decorating

1 House Photo

On a traditional or historic home, Pashmina acts as a restorative force. It brings out the dignity of the original craftsmanship while making the structure feel relevant to the 21st century. It's a "new classic" in every sense.

Benjamin Moore Pashmina house exterior paint

House exterior in Pashmina presents a warm, approachable neutral for traditional architecture.

@306_paintandshades

3 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

The way Pashmina interacts with under-cabinet lighting is transformative. It catches the glow and reflects a softer, more diffused light onto the countertops, making the workspace feel more inviting and less utilitarian.

Benjamin Moore Pashmina kitchen cabinets paint

Kitchen cabinetry in Pashmina pairs creamy warmth with marble and brass hardware.

@terranelsonhome

Benjamin Moore AF-100 kitchen cabinets review

Cabinets finished in Pashmina create a soft, sophisticated kitchen work area.

@terranelsonhome

Benjamin Moore Pashmina kitchen cabinets color

Lower cabinets in Pashmina offer warm neutral tones that brighten the kitchen.

@terranelsonhome

1 Bathroom Photo

Using Pashmina on a bathroom vanity is a clever way to introduce color without painting the walls. It creates a sophisticated anchor for the room, especially when topped with a thick white quartz or a contrasting dark stone.

Benjamin Moore Pashmina bathroom vanity paint

Bathroom vanity in Pashmina provides creamy warmth against white tile and fixtures.

@built_frm_scratch

2 Kitchen Photos

Kitchens are often the noisiest rooms in the house; Pashmina provides the visual equivalent of acoustic dampening. Its steady, calm presence helps lower the "volume" of the room, creating a more pleasant environment for cooking and conversation.

Benjamin Moore Pashmina kitchen interior

Kitchen walls in Pashmina create a warm, welcoming backdrop for dining and cooking.

@shangraham

Benjamin Moore Pashmina kitchen paint review

Painted kitchen in Pashmina delivers soft, creamy warmth throughout the entire space.

@shangraham

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Color Codes

HEX#BBB2A1
RGB187, 178, 161
HSL39° 16% 68%
CMYK0 5 14 27
CIE LabL: 72.9 a: 0.3 b: 9.8
XYZX: 0.43 Y: 0.45 Z: 0.40