Orchid vs Thistle
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. Orchid reads as pink, while Thistle reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Orchid (LRV 37) reflects noticeably more light than Thistle (LRV 30), a difference of 7 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Orchid runs warm while Thistle is decidedly cool, which means they'll respond very differently to warm vs cool light sources. The ΔE 7.9 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. 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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Orchid vs Thistle Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Orchid on one side and Thistle 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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