Exotic Bloom vs Iris Bliss

Exotic Bloom and Iris Bliss come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Exotic Bloom reads as green, while Iris Bliss reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 13-point LRV gap — 47 for Exotic Bloom vs 34 for Iris Bliss — means Exotic Bloom will open up a space more effectively. Where Exotic Bloom leans green, Iris Bliss reads purple — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 55.7 puts these firmly in different territory — two distinct design choices rather than close alternatives. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.