Elder Flower vs Pale Violet Red

How close are they?

ΔE 13.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Pale Violet Red is noticeably darker, more muted than Elder Flower.

Can I use Pale Violet Red instead of Elder Flower?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Pale Violet Red is noticeably darker, more muted than Elder Flower.

Can I use Elder Flower instead of Pale Violet Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Elder Flower is noticeably lighter, more saturated.

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.