Dark Shadow Flesh vs Violet Red

How close are they?

ΔE 13.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Violet Red is cooler than Dark Shadow Flesh.

Can I use Violet Red instead of Dark Shadow Flesh?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Violet Red is cooler than Dark Shadow Flesh.

Can I use Dark Shadow Flesh instead of Violet Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dark Shadow Flesh is warmer.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.