Wicked Pink vs Pale Violet Red

How close are they?

ΔE 40.0, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Pale Violet Red is a little darker, much more muted than Wicked Pink.

Can I use Pale Violet Red instead of Wicked Pink?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 40). Pale Violet Red is a little darker, much more muted than Wicked Pink.

Can I use Wicked Pink instead of Pale Violet Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Wicked Pink is a little lighter, much 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.