Original White vs Perfect Periwinkle

Original White and Perfect Periwinkle come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Hue-wise, Original White belongs to the greige-grey family and Perfect Periwinkle to the blue family. The 50-point LRV gap — 74 for Original White vs 23 for Perfect Periwinkle — means Original White will open up a space more effectively. Where Original White leans warm, Perfect Periwinkle reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 43.3 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.