Luxion Purple vs Storm Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 17.7, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Storm Blue is noticeably darker, more muted, cooler than Luxion Purple.

Can I use Storm Blue instead of Luxion Purple?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 18). Storm Blue is noticeably darker, more muted, cooler than Luxion Purple.

Can I use Luxion Purple instead of Storm Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Luxion Purple is noticeably lighter, 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.