Dechala Lilac vs Mead Violet

How close are they?

ΔE 13.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Mead Violet is a little darker, more muted than Dechala Lilac.

Can I use Mead Violet instead of Dechala Lilac?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Mead Violet is a little darker, more muted than Dechala Lilac.

Can I use Dechala Lilac instead of Mead Violet?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dechala Lilac is a little 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.