Overt Green vs Purple Passage

Overt Green and Purple Passage come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. Overt Green reads as green-yellow, while Purple Passage reads as blue-grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. The 22-point LRV gap — 34 for Overt Green vs 12 for Purple Passage — means Overt Green will open up a space more effectively. Where Overt Green leans neutral, Purple Passage reads cool — a distinction that shifts noticeably depending on the light source and surrounding finishes. A ΔE of 63.6 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.