Dechala Lilac vs Faded Plum

How close are they?

ΔE 9.7, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Faded Plum is a little darker, more muted, warmer than Dechala Lilac.

Can I use Faded Plum instead of Dechala Lilac?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 10). Faded Plum is a little darker, more muted, warmer than Dechala Lilac.

Can I use Dechala Lilac instead of Faded Plum?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dechala Lilac is a little lighter, more saturated, 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.