DMC 21 Light Alizarin
DMC 21 Light Alizarin is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#F07276 and RGB 240, 114, 118. The closest substitute is DMC 3328 Dark Salmon.
Color values
| DMC code | 21 |
|---|---|
| Name | Light Alizarin |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #F07276 |
| RGB | 240, 114, 118 |
| HSL | 358°, 81%, 69% |
Hex and RGB values describe how the thread renders on screen; dye lots and lighting make real floss vary slightly.
Closest DMC substitutes
| Substitute | Details | Closeness |
|---|---|---|
| 3328 Dark Salmon | View color | Very close |
| 899 Medium Rose | View color | Close |
| 892 Medium Carnation | View color | Close |
| 3712 Medium Salmon | View color | Close |
| 603 Cranberry | View color | Close |
| 3705 Dark Melon | View color | Close |
Ratings use perceptual CIELAB color distance, the same math as the DMC color matcher. Compare physical skeins in daylight before substituting in large areas.
How to use DMC 21 in patterns
Light Alizarin sits in the Pinks family and works as a soft floral and skin-detail color. It is a natural fit for flowers, blush, baby patterns, romantic motifs, and gentle highlights, and for lighter detail in portraits, pets, and gifts.
- Pairs well with cream neutrals, muted greens, soft browns.
- Pattern ideas: baby samplers, floral patterns, wedding gifts.
- Also useful for soft accents when red would feel too strong.
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