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Spring Iris

Benjamin Moore · 1402

The Analysis

Spring Iris is a soft, muted periwinkle that leans heavily into cool-toned grey. With an LRV of 64.83, it reflects a moderate amount of light, preventing the room from feeling dark while providing enough pigment to give the walls definition.

This is best used as a sophisticated backdrop for main living spaces or bedrooms. It provides enough character to be interesting, but is neutral enough that it won't overwhelm your furniture or artwork.

LRV 65

History & Origin

This is a modern interpretation of a cool-toned palette. It moves away from the starkness of clinical whites and fits perfectly into contemporary homes looking for a touch of refined color.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyPurple

How to Use It

Pair this with light oak wood tones or matte black hardware to ground the cool blue undertones. It works best in rooms with consistent lighting, as it prevents the color from shifting too far into either a harsh grey or a bright purple.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels restful and composed. Because it sits in the blue-violet spectrum, it creates a calm atmosphere that feels clean and orderly rather than overly stimulating.

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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