Alexandrite vs Wallflower
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Hue-wise, Alexandrite belongs to the green family and Wallflower to the grey family. Wallflower (LRV 64) reflects noticeably more light than Alexandrite (LRV 22), a difference of 42 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean cool, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. With a ΔE of 41.7, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. 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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Alexandrite vs Wallflower Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Alexandrite on one side and Wallflower 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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