Augur Blue vs Lucius Lilac

How close are they?

ΔE 13.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Lucius Lilac is a little darker, more saturated, warmer than Augur Blue.

Can I use Lucius Lilac instead of Augur Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Lucius Lilac is a little darker, more saturated, warmer than Augur Blue.

Can I use Augur Blue instead of Lucius Lilac?

The same difference applies the other way round: Augur Blue is a little lighter, more muted, 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.