Tropical Dusk featured
Benjamin Moore2117-40

Tropical Dusk

With a focus on versatile tones, Tropical Dusk (2117-40) is a standout Purple in our database. It was selected for this featured gallery for its ability to perfect for adding character to any space. See it applied across 5 real world scenarios and find professional pairing data below.

Hex

#857D8F

LRV

23.32

Light Reflectance Value
23.32
Dark
Tone
CalmingCharmingMoodyTimeless
UseInterior Only
Collection

Tropical Dusk in Real Rooms

Tropical Dusk has a medium LRV of 23.32 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades. Grouped in the Purple family, the photos below show it applied in a living room and misc.

4 Living Room Photos

Tropical Dusk works harder than it looks in a living room environment. Whether the space gets direct southern sun or stays north-facing and dim, the color finds its specific register — neither receding into the background nor demanding the spotlight. It acts as a sophisticated backdrop that makes every piece of furniture or art placed in front of it look immediately more considered and curated.

Tropical Dusk living room interior

Tropical Dusk living room interior

@the_bright_bohemian

Benjamin Moore Tropical Dusk living room paint

Benjamin Moore Tropical Dusk living room paint

@the_bright_bohemian

Benjamin Moore Tropical Dusk living room color

Benjamin Moore Tropical Dusk living room color

@the_bright_bohemian

Benjamin Moore Tropical Dusk living room

Benjamin Moore Tropical Dusk living room

@homom_young

1 Misc Photo

These photos show Tropical Dusk in spaces that don't fit neatly into a single category: transitional spaces, accent applications, and rooms where the color becomes a fine detail rather than a broad backdrop.

Benjamin Moore Tropical Dusk wall paint

Benjamin Moore Tropical Dusk wall paint

@laurelberninteriors

Coordinating Colors

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Color Codes

HEX#857D8F
RGB133, 125, 143
HSL267° 7% 53%
CMYK7 13 0 44
CIE LabL: 53.6 a: 6.7 b: -8.6
XYZX: 0.22 Y: 0.22 Z: 0.29