Holly Glen vs Passionate Purple
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Holly Glen reads as green-grey, while Passionate Purple reads as purple — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Holly Glen (LRV 57) reflects noticeably more light than Passionate Purple (LRV 12), a difference of 45 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 57.3, 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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Holly Glen vs Passionate Purple Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Holly Glen on one side and Passionate Purple 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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