Simply Irresistible vs Stratford Blue
Simply Irresistible and Stratford Blue come from the same Benjamin Moore collection. Simply Irresistible reads as beige, while Stratford Blue reads as blue — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 53-point LRV gap — 78 for Simply Irresistible vs 25 for Stratford Blue — means Simply Irresistible will open up a space more effectively. Where Simply Irresistible leans red, Stratford Blue reads blue — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 47.8 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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Simply Irresistible vs Stratford Blue Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Simply Irresistible on one side and Stratford 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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