Violet: equivalents & matches
Vallejo · Game Color Wash · 72.087. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #6E3D74
finish translucent
type wash
family Pink
Updated 17 July 2026
Closest equivalents in other brands
ΔE2000 color distance:0-2 nearly identical2-5 close match6-10 noticeable difference10+ different color
Screen preview: paint swatches on screen are approximate: finish, lighting, night-mode filters and display calibration all change what you see. Use them to compare relative differences, then confirm with the physical paint when finish and final appearance matter.
Citadel
Magos Purple
ΔE 4.3 · close match
Army Painter
Hive Dweller Purple
ΔE 4.4 · close match
Scale75
Inktense Violet
ΔE 9.4 · noticeable difference
Two Thin Coats
Magi Purple Wash
ΔE 9.8 · noticeable difference
AK Interactive
Clear Blue
ΔE 20.2 · different color
Pro Acryl
Flesh Wash
ΔE 23.3 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Citadel equivalent of Violet?
The closest Citadel match for Vallejo Violet is Magos Purple (Contrast) with a ΔE2000 distance of 4.3 (close match).
What color is Violet?
Violet is a translucent pink miniature paint from Vallejo (Game Color Wash), code 72.087. Its screen color is approximately #6E3D74 with a translucent finish.