Raindrop vs Smoky Azurite

Raindrop and Smoky Azurite come from the same Sherwin-Williams collection. These are both blues, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within blue to land. The 27-point LRV gap — 52 for Raindrop vs 25 for Smoky Azurite — means Raindrop will open up a space more effectively. Both share a cool character, which means they'll respond to light and surrounding materials in similar ways. A ΔE of 22.7 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.