Von Evile Purple vs Violet

How close are they?

ΔE 12.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Violet is noticeably lighter, cooler than Von Evile Purple.

Can I use Violet instead of Von Evile Purple?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Violet is noticeably lighter, cooler than Von Evile Purple.

Can I use Von Evile Purple instead of Violet?

The same difference applies the other way round: Von Evile Purple is noticeably darker, 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.