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Lily Lavender

Benjamin Moore · 2071-60

The Analysis

Lily Lavender is a light-toned lilac that acts as a subtle neutral. With an LRV of 65.03, it reflects a significant amount of light, helping to brighten rooms and prevent them from feeling cramped or closed in.

This colour works best as a soft, main wall colour in bedrooms or bathrooms. It is gentle enough to serve as a backdrop for art, rather than acting as an overwhelming bold accent.

LRV 65

History & Origin

This is a modern, fresh interpretation of lavender. It avoids the heavy, dusty Victorian-era aesthetic in favor of a clean, contemporary finish that fits current interior trends.

Undertonecool-purple
FamilyPurple

How to Use It

Pair this with light oak wood tones to maintain an airy feel or matte black hardware to add sharp, modern contrast. It performs best in rooms with balanced natural light where the purple undertones won't turn muddy.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels calm and orderly. It provides a restful environment that feels clean without being as stark or clinical as a standard white wall.

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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