DMC 3608 Very Light Plum
DMC 3608 Very Light Plum is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#EA9CC4 and RGB 234, 156, 196. The closest substitute is DMC 3609 Ultra Light Plum.
Color values
| DMC code | 3608 |
|---|---|
| Name | Very Light Plum |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #EA9CC4 |
| RGB | 234, 156, 196 |
| HSL | 329°, 65%, 76% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3609 Ultra Light Plum | View color | Close |
| 3706 Medium Melon | View color | Similar |
| 604 Light Cranberry | View color | Similar |
| 24 Light Plum | View color | Similar |
| 3733 Dusty Rose | View color | Similar |
| 3806 Light Cyclamen Pink | 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 3608 in patterns
Very 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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