Fashionably Plum
Often used for its versatile qualities, Fashionably Plum remains a staple for Cloverdale Paint designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to add character and warmth to any space. We've gathered 8 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#B38FAB
LRV
33.00
Fashionably Plum's Color Strip
Fashionably Plum is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Noteworthy and Screen Gem. The strip spans from Daring Deception at the lightest end to Crowd Pleaser at the deepest. Color strip 146 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.
Fashionably Plum in Real Rooms
Fashionably Plum has a medium LRV of 33 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.
1 Bathroom Photo
Bathrooms test color in specific ways — task lighting, tile grout, and chrome or brass fixtures all compete for attention. Fashionably Plum holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.
The walls here show Fashionably Plum in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
A bedroom finished in Fashionably Plum rewards the time you spend in it. The color is deep enough to feel intentional and luxurious, but not so saturated that it becomes visually tiring over time — it strikes the perfect balance for a space meant for both deep sleep and the slow, reflective hours before it.
A bedroom painted in Fashionably Plum — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows Fashionably Plum in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
In a formal dining room, Fashionably Plum provides a sophisticated backdrop for artwork and large-scale mirrors. The color's depth helps to "absorb" the room's edges, making the flickering light of candles and the sparkle of glassware the stars of the show.
See Fashionably Plum in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
In laundry rooms, Fashionably Plum adds a surprising level of "design" to a space that is often forgotten. It proves that even the most utilitarian rooms deserve a color that feels considered, intentional, and calming.
A foyer painted in Fashionably Plum sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals Fashionably Plum's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Fashionably Plum is particularly effective in kitchens with a lot of natural light. It tempers the glare from sun hitting polished surfaces, providing a matte-like visual anchor that keeps the room feeling grounded even during the brightest parts of the day.
This kitchen scene shows how Fashionably Plum holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
Fashionably Plum provides a subtle architectural "lift" to a living room, especially those with high ceilings or intricate crown molding. The way shadows settle into the corners with this particular shade adds a layer of history and gravity to the space, making even a new build feel like it has stories to tell.
See how Fashionably Plum holds up in a real living room setting.
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