Denim vs Rhinestone

Denim and Rhinestone come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Denim belongs to the blue family and Rhinestone to the grey family. The 61-point LRV gap — 74 for Rhinestone vs 14 for Denim — means Rhinestone will open up a space more effectively. Where Denim leans cool, Rhinestone reads neutral — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 48.3 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.