Golden Straw vs Passion Blue
Golden Straw and Passion Blue come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Hue-wise, Golden Straw belongs to the beige family and Passion Blue to the blue family. The 22-point LRV gap — 70 for Golden Straw vs 48 for Passion Blue — means Golden Straw will open up a space more effectively. Where Golden Straw leans red, Passion Blue reads blue — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 37.8 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.
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Golden Straw vs Passion Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Golden Straw on one side and Passion Blue 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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