DMC 3716 Very Light Dusty Rose
DMC 3716 Very Light Dusty Rose is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#FFBDBD and RGB 255, 189, 189. The closest substitute is DMC 3689 Light Mauve.
Color values
| DMC code | 3716 |
|---|---|
| Name | Very Light Dusty Rose |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #FFBDBD |
| RGB | 255, 189, 189 |
| HSL | 0°, 100%, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3689 Light Mauve | View color | Very close |
| 957 Pale Geranium | View color | Very close |
| 760 Salmon | View color | Close |
| 761 Light Salmon | View color | Close |
| 353 Peach | View color | Close |
| 894 Very Light Carnation | 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 3716 in patterns
Very Light Dusty Rose 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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