Purple vs Spellbound Fuchsia

How close are they?

ΔE 14.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Spellbound Fuchsia is more muted, warmer than Purple.

Can I use Spellbound Fuchsia instead of Purple?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Spellbound Fuchsia is more muted, warmer than Purple.

Can I use Purple instead of Spellbound Fuchsia?

The same difference applies the other way round: Purple is more saturated, cooler.

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.