Ref. #E1E5E5 · 2125-60
Marilyn's Dress
76%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Marilyn's Dress Technical Profile
What color is Marilyn's Dress? It's a light cool off-white with the hex code #E1E5E5. Colors similar to Marilyn's Dress include Sherwin-Williams Rarified Air, Dunn-Edwards White Lake, Sherwin-Williams Clean Slate. Marilyn's Dress has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 76, Marilyn's Dress reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. As a cool neutral, Marilyn's Dress pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Marilyn's Dress
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Marilyn's Dress
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Marilyn's Dress
#E1E5E5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Marilyn's Dress
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Marilyn's Dress Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Marilyn's Dress.
More off-white colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the off-white family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Marilyn's Dress — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Marilyn's Dress have?
Marilyn's Dress by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the off-white color family.
What colors match Marilyn's Dress from other brands?
The closest matches are Rarified Air by Sherwin-Williams (#E1E6E6), White Lake by Dunn-Edwards (#E2E7E7), Clean Slate by Sherwin-Williams (#E0E3E2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Marilyn's Dress?
Marilyn's Dress has an LRV of 75.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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