Dark Purple vs Legacy Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 15.5, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Legacy Blue is more muted, cooler than Dark Purple.

Can I use Legacy Blue instead of Dark Purple?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 16). Legacy Blue is more muted, cooler than Dark Purple.

Can I use Dark Purple instead of Legacy Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dark 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.