Is Periwinkle Purple Blue?

Periwinkle is a color in the blue and violet family. Its name is derived from the lesser periwinkle or myrtle herb (Vinca minor) which bears flowers of the same colour. The color periwinkle is also called lavender blue. The colour periwinkle may be considered a pale tint of purple or a "pastel purple".

What color is close to periwinkle blue?

Periwinkle and lavender blue are considered similar colors. In some cases, it is claimed they are the same color.

What is the difference between periwinkle and purple?

As adjectives the difference between periwinkle and purple

is that periwinkle is of pale bluish purple colour while purple is having a colour/color that is a dark blend of red and blue.