Enchantress Purple vs Violet

How close are they?

ΔE 15.0, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Violet is a little darker, more muted, cooler than Enchantress Purple.

Can I use Violet instead of Enchantress Purple?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 15). Violet is a little darker, more muted, cooler than Enchantress Purple.

Can I use Enchantress Purple instead of Violet?

The same difference applies the other way round: Enchantress Purple is a little 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.