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Marmalade

Benjamin Moore · 2016-40

The Analysis

Marmalade is a high-energy, warm orange that actively bounces light around the room, making spaces feel cozy and intimate. Because it has an LRV of 57.57, it reflects a significant amount of light, preventing the room from feeling cave-like while adding a vibrant glow.

This is a bold choice best suited for an accent wall, a powder room, or a creative workspace. Avoid using it as a main wall colour in small rooms unless you want to feel fully enveloped by the pigment.

LRV 58

History & Origin

This shade leans heavily into the Mid-Century Modern design movement, reminiscent of the playful, saturated palettes popular in the 1950s and 60s. It provides a retro, kitschy appeal that feels nostalgic rather than traditional.

Undertonewarm
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

Pair this with dark walnut woods or matte black fixtures to ground the intensity of the orange. It also works well with crisp white trim to create a sharp, intentional contrast.

The Mood

Living with this colour feels distinctly energizing and social. It is an upbeat, stimulating choice that prevents a room from feeling stagnant or 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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