DMC 223 Light Shell Pink
DMC 223 Light Shell Pink is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#CC8B8B and RGB 204, 139, 139. The closest substitute is DMC 152 Medium Light Shell Pink.
Color values
| DMC code | 223 |
|---|---|
| Name | Light Shell Pink |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #CC8B8B |
| RGB | 204, 139, 139 |
| HSL | 0°, 39%, 67% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 152 Medium Light Shell Pink | View color | Close |
| 3859 Light Rosewood | View color | Close |
| 316 Medium Antique Mauve | View color | Close |
| 3354 Light Dusty Rose | View color | Close |
| 3688 Medium Mauve | View color | Close |
| 962 Medium Dusty Rose | 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 223 in patterns
Light Shell Pink 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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