Calico vs Irresistible
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Hue-wise, Calico belongs to the blue-green family and Irresistible to the pink family. Irresistible (LRV 59) reflects noticeably more light than Calico (LRV 35), a difference of 24 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 29.7, 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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Calico vs Irresistible Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Calico on one side and Irresistible 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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