DMC 24 Light Plum
DMC 24 Light Plum is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#B98DB2 and RGB 185, 141, 178. The closest substitute is DMC 3836 Light Grape.
Color values
| DMC code | 24 |
|---|---|
| Name | Light Plum |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #B98DB2 |
| RGB | 185, 141, 178 |
| HSL | 310°, 24%, 64% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3836 Light Grape | View color | Close |
| 27 Light Violet | View color | Close |
| 210 Medium Lavender | View color | Close |
| 26 Light Lavender | View color | Close |
| 155 Medium Dark Blue Violet | View color | Similar |
| 209 Dark Lavender | View color | Similar |
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 24 in patterns
Light Plum 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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