California Lilac vs Persian Violet
Both from Benjamin Moore's palette. California Lilac reads as blue, while Persian Violet reads as blue-purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Persian Violet (LRV 35) reflects noticeably more light than California Lilac (LRV 27), a difference of 8 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean blue, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 14.0, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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California Lilac vs Persian Violet Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see California Lilac on one side and Persian Violet 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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