James vs Awesome Violet
James (Little Greene) and Awesome Violet (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. Hue-wise, James belongs to the blue-grey family and Awesome Violet to the blue-purple family. The 15-point LRV gap — 45 for Awesome Violet vs 30 for James — means Awesome Violet will open up a space more effectively. Where James leans blue, Awesome Violet reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 16.7 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.
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James vs Awesome Violet Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see James on one side and Awesome 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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