Awesome Violet vs Griffin
Awesome Violet and Griffin come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Awesome Violet belongs to the blue-purple family and Griffin to the greige-grey family. The 32-point LRV gap — 45 for Awesome Violet vs 13 for Griffin — means Awesome Violet will open up a space more effectively. Where Awesome Violet leans cool, Griffin reads warm — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 39.6 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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Awesome Violet vs Griffin Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Awesome Violet on one side and Griffin 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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