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Shooting Star

Benjamin Moore · 304

The Analysis

Shooting Star is a high-LRV (80.43) yellow, meaning it reflects a significant amount of light and will make any room feel noticeably brighter and more open. It prevents small or dim spaces from feeling cave-like by bouncing available light around the room.

It functions best as a warm, inviting wall color that acts as a primary backdrop. Because it is a saturated yellow-cream, it works well to bridge the gap between white walls and bolder, more colorful accents.

LRV 80

History & Origin

This tone is a staple of traditional cottage and farmhouse design, evoking a classic, timeless warmth. It avoids the clinical feel of modern stark whites, leaning instead into a familiar, established character.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

Pair this with natural wood tones like oak or walnut to ground the brightness, or use matte black hardware for a high-contrast, modern edge. It works exceptionally well in kitchens or mudrooms where you want to maximize natural sunlight.

The Mood

This color provides an energizing, cheerful atmosphere that feels optimistic rather than overwhelming. It is best suited for rooms where you want to feel active and awake, such as a kitchen or a breakfast nook.

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.

  • Natural
  • Morning
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  • Evening
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