# Benjamin Moore Crocus

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-crocus-1404](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-crocus-1404)

Benjamin Moore Crocus 1404 is a soft, muted lavender with a noticeable gray cast that keeps its purple character understated. The color sits at a light-to-medium depth, reading cool overall while its gently softened base prevents it from looking icy. In bright daylight, Crocus can appear clearer and a little more lilac, while lower or warmer lighting brings out its dusky, gray-violet side. It suits bedroom walls, a quiet reading nook, or painted furniture where a stronger purple would feel too sweet. Pair it with soft white trim, pale gray textiles, weathered oak, or charcoal accents for contrast.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Benjamin Moore
- **Color name:** Crocus
- **Color code:** 1404
- **HEX:** #B2AAC8
- **RGB:** 178, 170, 200
- **LRV:** 43.20%
- **Brightness:** Mid-tone
- **Color families:** Purple
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** purple

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 256° Saturation: 15.0% Value: 78.43%
- **HSL:** hsl(256, 21, 73)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 11.0 Magenta: 15.0 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 21.57
- **YIQ:** Y: 175.812 I: -4.873 Q: 11.028
- **XYZ:** X: 43.157 Y: 42.384 Z: 60.535
- **CIE Lab:** L:71.135 a:8.722 b:-14.222
- **CIE Luv:** L:71.135 u:2.56 v:-23.167
- **Decimal:** 11709128
- **Hunter Lab:** 65.103, 4.398, -9.558

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Sherwin Williams Forever Lilac](https://plan-home.com/color/forever-lilac-sw-9067)
- [Behr Grape Hyacinth](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-grape-hyacinth)
- [Sherwin Williams Wisteria](https://plan-home.com/color/wisteria-sw-6822)
- [Benjamin Moore Enchanted](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-enchanted-2070-50)
- [Behr Wisteria Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-wisteria-blue)
- [Sherwin Williams Magical](https://plan-home.com/color/magical-sw-6829)
- [Behr Evening Slipper](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-evening-slipper)
- [Behr Bohemianism](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-bohemianism)
- [Benjamin Moore Heather Plum](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-heather-plum-1396)
- [Behr Cyber Grape](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-cyber-grape)
- [Sherwin Williams Berry Frappé](https://plan-home.com/color/berry-frappe-sw-9068)
- [Benjamin Moore Lavender Lipstick](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-lavender-lipstick-2072-50)
- [Benjamin Moore Central Mauve](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-central-mauve-1412)
- [Sherwin Williams Obi Lilac](https://plan-home.com/color/obi-lilac-sw-6556)
- [Behr Courtly Purple](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-courtly-purple)
- [Benjamin Moore Amethyst Cream](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-amethyst-cream-2071-50)
- [Behr Svelte](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-svelte)
- [Behr Purple Gladiola](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-purple-gladiola)
- [Benjamin Moore Blue Orchid](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-blue-orchid-2069-50)
- [Behr Magic Wand](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-magic-wand)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Benjamin Moore French Lilac](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-french-lilac-1403)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Benjamin Moore Purple Heart](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-purple-heart-1406)
- [Benjamin Moore Snugglepuss](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-snugglepuss-1405)

## Complementary colors
- [Benjamin Moore Horizon Gray](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-horizon-gray-2141-50)
- [Benjamin Moore Louisburg Green](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-louisburg-green-hc-113)
- [Benjamin Moore Night Mist](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-night-mist-1569)
- [Benjamin Moore White Violet](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-white-violet-1408)
- [Benjamin Moore Winter Snow](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-winter-snow-oc-63)
- [Benjamin Moore Tate Olive](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-tate-olive-hc-112)
- [Benjamin Moore Thayer Green](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-thayer-green-csp-825)

Official product page: https://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/paint-colors/color/1404

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.