Velvet Scarf vs Inspired Lilac
Velvet Scarf is a PPG color while Inspired Lilac comes from Sherwin-Williams. Hue-wise, Velvet Scarf belongs to the blue-purple family and Inspired Lilac to the purple-red family. At LRV 75 vs 71, Velvet Scarf will read as the brighter of the two — a 4-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. With a ΔE of 2.4, the difference is subtle — you'd need them side by side to reliably tell them apart. 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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Velvet Scarf vs Inspired Lilac Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Velvet Scarf on one side and Inspired 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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