Benjamin Moore • 1386
Taro
Taro is a genuinely dark Purple from Benjamin Moore. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. Below, you'll find suggested color relationships and detailed color data.
Hex
#5B435D
LRV
9.00
Light Reflectance ValueDark
9.00
TemperatureNeutral
Tone
Bold VibrantMoodyRich
UseInterior & Exterior
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Coordinating Colors
Taro
White Dove
At LRV 83 vs 9, White Dove is decisively the brighter choice.
Buena Vista Gold
Taro
At LRV 49 vs 9, Buena Vista Gold is decisively the brighter choice.
Bavarian Cream
Taro
Bavarian Cream reflects far more light (LRV 89 vs 9), opening up a space where Taro encloses it.
Similar Colors
Autumn Purple
Taro
With LRVs of 9 and 7, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.
Purple Lotus
Taro
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 10 vs 9), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Lighter Colors
Purple Lotus
Taro
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 10 vs 9), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Darker Colors
Color Codes
HEX#5B435D
RGB91, 67, 93
HSL295° 16% 31%
CMYK2 28 0 64
CIE LabL: 31.9 a: 15.4 b: -11.4
XYZX: 0.08 Y: 0.07 Z: 0.11
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