Let’s explore a popular bright white paint color with plenty of images in this Chantilly Lace Photo Gallery of the color in different contexts. It is one of those designer favorites that has earned a reputation for trustworthiness. BM Chantilly Lace has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 90.04. That number tells us it’s very light and going to reflect a ton of light.
![Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace in a cozy bedroom with window seat and wood ceiling - Jamie Haller design. House Beautiful - Photo: Jenna Ohtemus Peffley. #chantillylace](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/001-chantilly-lace-bedroom-bm-jamie-haller-house-beautiful.jpg)
Photos of BM Chantilly Lace 2121-70 (also known as OC-65)
In today’s post, find inspiring photos of this Benjamin Moore white hue.
![Photo: Robert Radifera Photography](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/001-chantilly-lace-bm-britt-design-studio-house-beautiful.jpg)
It may suit your trim, windows, cabinetry, bathrooms, living rooms, porches, dining rooms and exterior trim.
![Beautiful coastal house exterior with BM Chantilly Lace painted trim (Huniford Design Studio) in House Beautiful - Photo: Matthew Williams. #bmchantillylace #chantillylace](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/001-chantilly-lace-bm-exterior-coastal-house-huniford-design-studio-house-beautiful.jpg)
Is it the right white for siding? It may be too bright. Plenty of designers try to steer clients toward whites with LRVs under 80.
![Chantilly Lace (Benjamin Moore) painted paneling in a beautiful dining room by Amelia Lawrence Style. #chantillylace](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/001-chantilly-lace-bm-dining-room-amelialawrencestyle.jpg)
Isn’t that millwork gorgeous in the dining room above!?!
Photos of Fetherston’s home: Joe Schmelzer and Alex Reid for One King’s Lane
![Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace white living room with blue accents and MCM furnishings - Erin Fetherston. #chantillylace #whitelivingroom](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/0005-erin-fetherston-living-room-chantilly-lace-benjamin-moore.jpg)
Overview of Chantilly Lace
This classic go-to white is one designers select again and again. Benjamin Moore says it elicits images of fresh cotton and pure silk.
![BM Chantilly Lace paint color on walls of a modern all white California living room by Erin Fetherston. #chantillylace #whitepaintcolors](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/0001-erin-fetherston-living-room-bm-chantilly-lace.jpg)
What is Chantilly lace anyway? Think luxury and romance. This delicate and ornate type of lace originated in the city of Chantilly, France, during the 17th century. It is characterized by intricate floral patterns, fine threads, and often features a sheer background. Chantilly lace is typically used in haute couture fashion for bridal gowns, evening dresses, lingerie, and other elegant garments due to its luxurious and romantic appearance.
How to Make Sure 2121-70 Will Work in Your Space?
The easiest way to see if Chantilly Lace works in your own space is to try a sample from Samplize. It’s a sticker rather than a messy pot of paint.
![Chantilly Lace paint color on fireplace wall - Julie Rootes design; Photo: Paul Dyer in House Beautiful. #chantillylace #bmchantillylace](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/001-chantilly-lace-bm-paint-living-room-julie-rootes-house-beautiful.jpg)
If you like sampling with actual paint rather than a peel and stick non-messy method, here is my best advice for sampling a handful of whites:
![How to Choose Perfect Paint Colors Every Time - instructions from Hello Lovely. #paintcolors #choosingpaint](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/how-to-choose-perfect-paint-colors-every-single-time-hello-lovely-studio-banner-green.jpg)
Photo Gallery of OC-65 in Living Rooms
When you want a fresh look with cool white, this color will definitely brighten the room.
![Chantilly Lace (Benjamin Moore) in coastal living room with shiplap, oars, and design by Kriste Michelini Interiors. House Beautiful - Photo: Thomas Kuoh. #chantillylace](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/001-chantilly-lace-bm-thomas-kuoh-krista-michelini-interiors-coastal-living-room.jpg)
Here it is in a home in West Hollywood’s gorgeous Sunset Park neighborhood.
![Modern farmhouse decor in a mid-century modern home. A few notes of family-friendly design: rounded edges on the console, a Moses basket (perfect for a sleeping baby or a pile of blankets), and a Tibetan fleece stool that takes soft to a new level. #livingroom #homedecor #furniture #consoletable #modernfarmhouse #modernrustic #allwhitedecor](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/0004-erin-fetherston-living-room.jpg)
Even though there’s a relaxed, California cozy elegance, the crispness of the white adds modernity and edge.
Is a Paint’s LRV Important?
Sometimes it is fun to geek out on the science of these paint formulas.
Chantilly Lace’s high LRV of 90.04 means it is big time light. Will it read too cold for your interior or trim? Sample to be sure.
Sometimes choosing a bright white is less about aesthetics and more about function. In a brighter room, it is easier to see and therefore safer. Safer? As we age, vision often declines. Light helps too when a room lacks natural light.
Images of Chantilly Lace on Trim and Doors
I get a lot of questions from followers about the best coordinating colors when using whites. For example, “I like this white for my cabinets, so which color for my walls and trim?”
I’m sometimes in favor of continuing the same white. For example, in our former home, we painted the walls and ceilings with OC-151 in a flat finish and the trim with semigloss.
![Karl Springer table with lamp and crystals in a modern vignette in Erin Fetherston's modern luxe California farmhouse living room. #consoletables #midcentury #modernfurniture #interiordesign](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/00009-erin-fetherston-living-room.jpg)
A lot of folks like satin or even eggshell for trim too. And designers? A very famous one chooses one color for the walls, ceiling, and trim and paints them all in a single sheen! There is not just a singular way to decorate!
What Colors are Similar to BM OC-65?
You could peek at BM Oxford White (CC-30), BM Raindance (CC-680), BM White (OC-151), and BM Blue Note (2129-30) which may feel harmonious Chantilly Lace.
![Modern rustic style, organic farmhouse chic plus mid-century mod design in a white living room. Erin loved the effect of the patterned sisal rug layered under an antique Oushak: “The rugs did a great job of grabbing the cool and the warm tones in the room, the gray highlights and the oatmeal lowlights.” #whitedecor #livingroom #chantillylace #neutralinteriors #interiordesign #modernrustic](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/0007-erin-fetherston-living-room.jpg)
What Benjamin Moore colors are similar to Decorator’s White? BM Horizon OC-53, BM Seapearl OC-19, and BM Edgecomb Gray HC-173.
How Will You Know if You’re Picking the Best White?
Don’t worry about a white that happens to be trending in a particular season or what your neighbor used. The same color is going to look different in different locations. I also find that plenty of people are worried about living with white walls as if they are going to look dirty. With small children, you’ll simply be able to address any handprints or magic marker naughtiness straight away.
![Beautiful vintage fireplace in a chic white California home with Chantilly Lace painted walls in living room - Erin Fetherston.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/0008-erin-fetherston-living-room-bm-chantilly-lace.jpg)
We’re all different creatures, and homes have different lighting situations. Be sure to sample and see for yourself how it feels and works with your belongings.
![Bar cart is covered in capiz—part of the mission to add rich texture everywhere. “There’s no real color here,” Alex says, “but the capiz makes the whole spot dynamic.” And by tucking the shell and books below, Erin and Gabe can easily turn the spot into a setup for drinks when they entertain. #chantillylace #whitedecor #livingroom #brcart](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/00011-erin-fetherston-living-room.jpg)
Also, if living with white walls and trim is new for you, it doesn’t mean you stop entertaining or worry about them. Life and mud happen. Paint is scrub-able and obviously is easily touched up.
How does Chantilly Lace Work for Kitchens?
Do you ever hear echoes of “white kitchens are totally out” or “buyers favor warm whites or greige kitchen cabinets if you’ll be selling.”
![Erin Fetherston's breakfast nook with sofa, woven pendant, midcentury Marcel Breuer cane back chairs, and Chantilly Lace paint color on walls. #bmchantillylace #chantillylace](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/00012-erin-fetherston-breakfast-nook-Breuer-chairs-sofa-chantilly-lace.jpg)
But white kitchens are truly timeless.
![Warm modern touches in a kitchen with BM Chantilly Lace, stained wood island, concrete flooring, and sphere pendants - @archtetypedesigns. #chantillylace](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/0001-chantilly-lace-painted-kitchen-archetypedesigns.jpg)
Right now it seems all things timeless are also trending. Don’t overthink it. If you love bright white kitchens, go for it.
A bonus of living with neutrals and whites? It becomes easier through the years to accent with varied colors and decor as you and your home evolve.
![BM Collingwood on kitchen cabinets in a beautiful white kitchen with Chantilly Lace walls - design by AKBDesign. #collingwood #bmcollingwood #chantillylace](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/akbdesign-white-kitchen-modern-french-bm-collingwood-chantilly-lace.jpg)
In terms of resale, while a future owner who loves natural wood finishes can’t easily strip white kitchen cabinets, they can always be painted a different color down the line.
![Classic Nordic French white kitchen with light grey painted floors, topiaries near window, and classic pendants (Circa Lighting) over island - Loi of Tone on Tone. #whitekitchens #toneontone #bmshoreline #bmchantillylace](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/loi-toneontone-kitchen-bm-shoreling-grey-wood-floors-chantilly-lace-walls-cabinets.png)
For example, a warm woodsy brown color could cover the white.
![Elegant white farmhouse kitchen with Benjamin Moore Repose Grey cabinets, subway tile, gold accents, and reclaimed barn wood. Design: Finding Lovely. Wall color: Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace.](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/020-White-and-Grey-Elegant-Farmhouse-Kitchen-Finding-Lovely-Breakfast-Nook-2.jpg)
And white is easier to cover than other paint colors!
![Chantilly Lace (Benjamin Moore) painted cabinets in a lovely white kitchen by Simplicity for Designs (photo by Audrie Dollins). #bmchantillylace #whitekitchencabinets](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/bm-chantilly-lace-white-kitchen-simplicityfordesign-audriedollins-photo.jpg)
Bedrooms & Baths
I love how this white looks with wood tones:
It can be chic or edgy with the high contrast of black:
It helps to see photos of this shade for interiors with varied textures and lighting conditions. Here it is in a minimal modern artsy environment where it feels gallery-like.
![BM Chantilly Lace in neutral bedroom with black accents and floating shelf above bed - @theazbeachhouse](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/001-chantilly-lace-bedroom-neutral-theazbeachhouse-2.jpg)
So do think about the objects, art, and furnishings with which you’ll pair this white.
![Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace in modern farmhouse bathroom - @farmcasadecastro. #chantillylacepaint](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/0001-chantilly-lace-bathroom-farmcasadecastro.jpg)
Consider the balance and layering of warmth with cool tones, and how you can create depth, interest, and personality (especially if the room lacks architectural interest).
![BM Chantilly Lace in modern farmhouse bedroom - @farmcasadecastro. #chantillylacepaint #benjaminmoorechantillylace](https://www.hellolovelystudio.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/0001-chantilly-lace-bedroom-farmcasadecastro.jpg)
Snag a sample of Chantilly Lace! This blog is always exploring the best white paint colors and beyond so do dig into my archives for even more helpful info!
See a Living Room Painted Chantilly Lace Evolve
See the living room with its new look (“modern organic”) here:
If bold color is more your jam, see THIS.
Peace to you right where you are.
-michele
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