Shalimar Purples Yearning AP85-2

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Purples

AP85-2

Yearning

Purples

AP85-2

Yearning

The Creative Power of Yearning

Yearning hues are historically linked to creativity, luxury, and spirituality. Lighter Yearning soothe and support creative thought, while darker shades add drama and elegance.

Explore Yearning - part of the PURPLES colour family - an excellent choice with Bathrooms, bedrooms, meditation rooms..

Recommended for:

Bathrooms, bedrooms, meditation rooms

Benefits:

Evokes creativity, luxury, and introspection.

Design tips:

Desaturate with neutrals to keep it sophisticated.
Lighter tints are spa‑like and restful.

Best finishes:

Matte in bedrooms
Satin accents

Works well with:

Frequently Asked Questions

About Yearning AP85-2

Yearning (AP85-2) is a light, cool shade from Shalimar, with an LRV of roughly 52. Not too pale, not too heavy. You get visible colour and the room still feels open. Being on the cool side, it pairs easily with white woodwork and light grey floors.

HEX: #AFC1DA
RGB: 175, 193, 218
LRV (approx.): 52
Tone: light, cool