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Parrots Plume

Dulux

The Analysis

Parrot's Plume is a saturated, mid-tone green that pulls a room inward, making large spaces feel more intimate and grounded. With an LRV of 31.14, it absorbs a significant amount of light, so it won't make a room feel bigger; instead, it adds depth and visual weight.

It is too heavy to be a neutral backdrop for a whole home, so it works best as a deliberate accent or a 'wrap-around' colour in a study, mudroom, or powder room. It excels at creating a high-contrast focal point without being as aggressive as primary red or yellow.

LRV 31

History & Origin

This is a quintessential Mid-Century Modern choice, frequently used in 1950s interior design to bring outdoor foliage tones inside. It avoids the stuffiness of Victorian heritage greens, leaning instead toward a clean, graphic aesthetic.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyGreen-Yellow

How to Use It

Pair this with warm walnut wood tones or matte black hardware to ground the vibrancy. It works best in rooms with high natural light, as the pigment needs sunshine to avoid looking muddy or flat in the shadows.

The Mood

This shade feels revitalizing and organic, mimicking the density of a forest canopy. It creates a steady, restorative atmosphere that feels less like a sterile environment and more like a retreat from the outside world.

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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