So I just walked into an Apple store to buy a smart cover for my iPad mini 4.
I looked at the rack and chose the gray one because I have a skin for it that is black and when I got to check out the receipt said it was lavender. LOL it ain't lavender. If it is, then it is the lightest shade of purple that I have ever seen.
Addition 1 hr later:
So I got home and opened the iCarbons skin, applied it so now the cover is now pleasant to touch. It does have the slightest hint of purple, but looks fine. I have a Skinomi clear skin on the back, so I'm finally set.