First Light

Benjamin Moore's 2020 Color of the Year is an optimistic light pink that works in many contexts, and really pops with blue and white pairings.

First Light / Benjamin Moore 2102-70

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The Basics

What are people saying about this color?

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With slightly blue undertones, it's more nuanced than millennial pink and, in [Benjamin Moore director of color marketing] Magno's words, something you can really live with day in day out.
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Picking a shade of pink for adult spaces can be tricky. Choose the wrong one and instead of giving your room a cheerful glow you’re living in Barbie’s dream house. Look for a paint colour that has a brown undertone like Benjamin Moore First Light. It’s perfect for north facing rooms that need a lift or any space which feels dark and gloomy. I love how it pairs with tones of sea glass, taupe and gray. For a bit of glamour add elements like fixtures, frames and accessories in gold.

First Light / Benjamin Moore 2102-70

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I just painted my bathroom and kitchen in First Light, and I just love it!!! Can't wait to paint the rest of my house in First Light in the fall! Great job Benjamin Moore!

First Light / Benjamin Moore 2102-70

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What kind of spaces does it work best in?

This shade could bring its brightness to many spaces. Bedroom, kitchen, living room, laundry room, cabinets, furniture. The color experts say it works in any exposure: north, south, east, west.

First Light / Benjamin Moore 2102-70

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Where could you expect to see it?

Benjamin Moore picked First Light with the intention of it being an optimistic shade, and I think it fits the bill. I could see this in a cool coffee shop or boutique, if it was balanced with less delicate pieces and colors.

First Light / Benjamin Moore 2102-70

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Who shouldn't pick this color?

This color won't have the sense of gravity and seriousness necessary for certain spaces. It's sweet and even earnest in a way.

First Light / Benjamin Moore 2102-70

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Any pro tips?

Everyone looks good in a pink room — it flatters all skin tones.

What colors does it go well with?

Hint of Mauve 2097-50, Mississippi Mud 2114-20, Northwood Brown 1000, Waynesboro Taupe 1544, *via Benjamin Moore

What's the LRV?

77.47. LRV measures the Light Reflectance Value, meaning the percentage of light (0-100) that bounces off a surface. 100 being purest white and 0 being purest black. Like other light pinks, First Light has a rather high LRV, meaning it reflects a rather high amount of light.

Does it work as an exterior color?

Yes.

Tags

Pink, Light, Traditional

First Light / Benjamin Moore 2102-70

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What are some similar popular colors?

Touch of Pink, Pink Damask, Cream Puff

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