Citrine vs Forget-Me-Not
Citrine and Forget-Me-Not come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Citrine reads as yellow, while Forget-Me-Not reads as blue-purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 66-point LRV gap — 82 for Citrine vs 16 for Forget-Me-Not — means Citrine will open up a space more effectively. Where Citrine leans neutral, Forget-Me-Not reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 62.1 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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Citrine vs Forget-Me-Not Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Citrine on one side and Forget-Me-Not 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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