Vesper Violet vs Thames Fog
Where Vesper Violet belongs to Sherwin-Williams's range, Thames Fog is a Valspar color. Vesper Violet reads as blue-grey, while Thames Fog reads as grey — two distinct hue families, not close cousins. Vesper Violet (LRV 35) reflects noticeably more light than Thames Fog (LRV 27), a difference of 8 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 19.1, 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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Vesper Violet vs Thames Fog Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Vesper Violet on one side and Thames Fog 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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