Blue lilac vs Plum Blossom
Blue lilac is a RAL Classic color while Plum Blossom comes from Sherwin-Williams. Blue lilac reads as blue-purple, while Plum Blossom reads as purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. At LRV 28 vs 19, Plum Blossom will read as the brighter of the two — a 10-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 15.2, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. 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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Blue lilac vs Plum Blossom Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Blue lilac on one side and Plum Blossom 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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