Lupine
Lupine is a genuinely dark Purple from Sherwin-Williams. 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 2 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#4E739F
LRV
16.39
Lupine's Color Strip
Lupine is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Perfect Periwinkle and Honorable Blue. The strip spans from Rhythmic Blue at the lightest end to Honorable Blue at the deepest. As part of strip 179, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.
Lupine in Real Rooms
Lupine has a low LRV of 16.39 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's cool-toned and , so it will lean blue or gray under cool north-facing light and soften in warmer evening light. Grouped in the Purple family, the photos below show it applied in a front door and misc.
1 Front Door Photo
Front door color is the one exterior choice that gets examined up close. Lupine rewards that scrutiny — it has the kind of depth that looks richer the closer you get, rather than flatter. Pair with polished or unlacquered brass hardware for the best result.
Front door painted in Lupine makes a bold jewel-tone statement.
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1 Misc Photo
See how Lupine is used in narrow hallways to create a "gallery" feel. The color provides a steady, rhythmic background that allows a series of framed photos or art pieces to feel like a cohesive, professional installation.
Painted furniture in Lupine becomes a striking focal point.
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