Lavish Lavender vs Radiant Lilac
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Lavish Lavender reads as purple, while Radiant Lilac reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Radiant Lilac (LRV 28) reflects noticeably more light than Lavish Lavender (LRV 22), a difference of 6 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 15.9, 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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Lavish Lavender vs Radiant Lilac Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Lavish Lavender on one side and Radiant Lilac 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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