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Irises

Benjamin Moore · 1440

The Analysis

Irises is a mid-tone blue-gray that absorbs a significant amount of light due to its low LRV of 25.13. It will make a room feel cozy and enclosed rather than expansive, making it ideal for rooms where you want a grounded, intimate atmosphere.

It functions best as a sophisticated backdrop in smaller spaces like dens, home offices, or powder rooms. If used in a large, well-lit room, it serves as a bold, moody foundation that anchors the furniture.

LRV 25

History & Origin

This shade fits well into a modern, transitional aesthetic that updates traditional design elements. It moves away from period-specific palettes and leans into contemporary, muted color schemes.

Undertonecool
FamilyBlue

How to Use It

Pair this with warm walnut or light oak wood tones to provide necessary contrast against the cool blue. Use matte black hardware for a clean, sharp look, or antique brass if you want to soften the cool undertones of the paint.

The Mood

This color provides a composed, restful environment that feels stable rather than stimulating. Because it leans heavily into gray, it avoids the high-energy intensity of bright blues and promotes a calm, distraction-free headspace.

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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