Calico vs Stunning Shade

Calico and Stunning Shade come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Calico reads as blue-green, while Stunning Shade reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 22-point LRV gap — 35 for Calico vs 12 for Stunning Shade — means Calico will open up a space more effectively. Where Calico leans cool, Stunning Shade reads neutral — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 27.6 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.