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Sweet Chrysanthemum

Behr · HDC-MD-10A

The Analysis

Sweet Chrysanthemum is a saturated, dusty rose that absorbs a fair amount of light due to its mid-range LRV of 34.52. It will make a room feel intimate and contained rather than expansive, making it ideal for spaces where you want to reduce visual bounce.

Because of its depth, this shade acts best as a bold accent wall or for high-impact spaces like a powder room or a home office. It is too heavy for a main whole-house color but creates a strong focal point in smaller, dedicated areas.

LRV 35

History & Origin

This color leans modern, drawing on contemporary trends that favor sophisticated, desaturated jewel tones. It avoids the dated feel of Victorian-era pastels by embracing a cleaner, more muddied undertone.

Undertonewarm-red
FamilyRed

How to Use It

Pair this with light oak wood tones to soften the look, or use matte black hardware to ground the pink. It works best in rooms with high ceilings or intentional lighting, as its lower LRV can make smaller, dark rooms feel cave-like.

The Mood

This color is grounding and approachable, lacking the neon intensity of brighter pinks. It provides a warm, steady presence that feels inviting and balanced for daily living.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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