DMC 3685 Very Dark Mauve
DMC 3685 Very Dark Mauve is a Reds family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#881531 and RGB 136, 21, 49. The closest substitute is DMC 902 Very Dark Garnet.
Color values
| DMC code | 3685 |
|---|---|
| Name | Very Dark Mauve |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #881531 |
| RGB | 136, 21, 49 |
| HSL | 345°, 73%, 31% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 902 Very Dark Garnet | View color | Close |
| 814 Dark Garnet | View color | Close |
| 815 Medium Garnet | View color | Close |
| 3831 Dark Raspberry | View color | Similar |
| 816 Garnet | View color | Similar |
| 326 Very Dark Rose | 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 3685 in patterns
Very Dark Mauve sits in the Reds family and works as a warm accent color. It is a natural fit for flowers, hearts, berries, lettering, and holiday details, and for small focal points that need strong contrast.
- Pairs well with deep neutrals, soft pinks, cream backgrounds.
- Pattern ideas: rose motifs, Valentine designs, Christmas ornaments.
- Also useful for warm shadows in portraits and gift patterns.
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