Image does not show color accurately, more of a deep lavender cap and stipe. Not to be confused with Laccaria amethystea, which are known to have a grey-purple cap and stipe among other notable differences such as spore shape and overall size. Cap size 22-30 mm broad, deep purple/lavender color. Stipe length approximate 55 mm, 5-12 wide, uniform in size. Stipe striated and hairy surface - pale purple. White spores. Dries to a buff color.