Pastel Salmon vs Phoenix Egg

How close are they?

ΔE 18.6, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Phoenix Egg is a little lighter, much more muted, cooler than Pastel Salmon.

Can I use Phoenix Egg instead of Pastel Salmon?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 19). Phoenix Egg is a little lighter, much more muted, cooler than Pastel Salmon.

Can I use Pastel Salmon instead of Phoenix Egg?

The same difference applies the other way round: Pastel Salmon is a little darker, much more saturated, 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.