Lilac Blossom
Often used for its versatile qualities, Lilac Blossom 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
#9E96AB
LRV
32.00
Lilac Blossom's Color Strip
Lilac Blossom is the fourth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Violet Crush and Violet Vibes. The strip spans from Lavender Pizzazz at the lightest end to Plum Perfect at the deepest. Color strip 157 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.
Lilac Blossom in Real Rooms
Lilac Blossom has a medium LRV of 32 — 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. Lilac Blossom holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.
The walls here show Lilac Blossom in bright, well-lit bathroom light.
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2 Bedroom Photos
A bedroom finished in Lilac Blossom 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 Lilac Blossom — soft-spoken and easy to wake up to.
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This open bedroom shows Lilac Blossom in honest, natural light.
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1 Dining Room Photo
In a formal dining room, Lilac Blossom 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 Lilac Blossom in a formal dining setting — composed and quietly present.
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2 Misc Photos
In laundry rooms, Lilac Blossom 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 Lilac Blossom sets the tone for everything beyond it.
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Natural light reveals Lilac Blossom's true character in this bright sun room.
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1 Kitchen Photo
Lilac Blossom 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 Lilac Blossom holds up under practical light.
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1 Living Room Photo
Lilac Blossom 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 Lilac Blossom holds up in a real living room setting.
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