James vs Forever Lilac
James (Little Greene) and Forever Lilac (Sherwin-Williams) come from different manufacturers. James reads as blue-grey, while Forever Lilac reads as blue-purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 10-point LRV gap — 40 for Forever Lilac vs 30 for James — means Forever Lilac will open up a space more effectively. Where James leans blue, Forever Lilac reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 17.9 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 Forever Lilac Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see James on one side and Forever Lilac 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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