DMC 3689 Light Mauve
DMC 3689 Light Mauve is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#FBBFC2 and RGB 251, 191, 194. The closest substitute is DMC 3716 Very Light Dusty Rose.
Color values
| DMC code | 3689 |
|---|---|
| Name | Light Mauve |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #FBBFC2 |
| RGB | 251, 191, 194 |
| HSL | 357°, 88%, 87% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3716 Very Light Dusty Rose | View color | Very close |
| 761 Light Salmon | View color | Very close |
| 605 Very Light Cranberry | View color | Close |
| 224 Very Light Shell Pink | View color | Close |
| 957 Pale Geranium | View color | Close |
| 3708 Light 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 3689 in patterns
Light Mauve 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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