Lilac Purple vs Light Violet

How close are they?

ΔE 12.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Light Violet is more muted, cooler than Lilac Purple.

Can I use Light Violet instead of Lilac Purple?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Light Violet is more muted, cooler than Lilac Purple.

Can I use Lilac Purple instead of Light Violet?

The same difference applies the other way round: Lilac Purple is 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.