A la Mode vs Balboa Mist
Both from Benjamin Moore's palette. A la Mode reads as greige-white, while Balboa Mist reads as beige-greige — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. A la Mode (LRV 75) reflects noticeably more light than Balboa Mist (LRV 66), a difference of 10 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean red, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. The ΔE 5.4 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
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A la Mode vs Balboa Mist Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see A la Mode on one side and Balboa Mist on the other.
Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.
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