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Butterfly Kisses

Benjamin Moore · 902

The Analysis

Butterfly Kisses is a warm, creamy off-white with a significant LRV of 78.71, meaning it reflects a high amount of light. It effectively brightens dim corners and makes smaller spaces feel more open without the starkness of a pure, clinical white.

This is an ideal candidate for a main wall color throughout a home, acting as a versatile neutral backdrop. It is subdued enough to let your furniture and artwork stand out without competing for attention.

LRV 79

History & Origin

This shade leans toward a modern, fresh aesthetic rather than a period-specific look. It fits perfectly into contemporary homes looking to soften sharp architectural lines with a touch of natural warmth.

Undertonewarm
FamilyBeige

How to Use It

It excels in living rooms and bedrooms where you want to maintain a bright, airy feel. Pair it with light oak or walnut wood tones and matte black hardware to balance the warmth with some necessary visual contrast.

The Mood

Living with this color feels clean, organized, and approachable. Because of its subtle yellow-beige undertones, it creates a grounded, restful environment that feels hospitable rather than sterile.

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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