Misty Lilac

On the lighter end of the popular pink-purples, this shade brings personality and sophistication.

Misty Lilac / Benjamin Moore 2071-70

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The Basics

What are people saying about this color?

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Lilac is a fresh, unexpected color that lends a playful, fun vibe to any room.
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For just enough purple without a dark result on the wall, lilac is the perfect option. It’s cheerful without being bright, cool without feeling icy, and brings out the undertones of virtually any other color.

Misty Lilac / Benjamin Moore 2071-70

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An appealing innocence permeates this softest lilac. Pale and misty, it adds a faint, decorative glow to any space.

Misty Lilac / Benjamin Moore 2071-70

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What kind of spaces does it work best in?

Misty Lilac has fresh pink undertones that give this color a youthful, airy feel. It would be a fun color on furniture.

Misty Lilac / Benjamin Moore 2071-70

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Where could you expect to see it?

This playful purple is a sure fit in any girls or teen room who is looking for a chic, but not too sweet color. Level up your home office or powder bath with Misty Lilac for a fun dose of this happy color.

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Who shouldn't pick this color?

If you're going for a more subtle, masculine or serious look, Misty Lilac leans more on the cheerful and feminine side.

Misty Lilac / Benjamin Moore 2071-70

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Any pro tips?

If used in North facing rooms, the color will lean more towards the purple side. If used in South facing rooms, Misty Lilac will feel more pink.

What colors does it go well with?

Saratoga Springs 1669, Chantilly Lace OC-65, Deep Space 2125-20, *via Benjamin Moore

What's the LRV?

79.45. 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 shades, Misty Lilac has a high LRV, meaning it reflects a large amount of light.

Does it work as an exterior color?

Not recommended for exterior use.

Tags

Purple, Pink, Bold, Light, Medium

What are some similar popular colors?

Lily Lavender, Lavender Mist, Winter Gray,

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