DMC 3722 Medium Shell Pink
DMC 3722 Medium Shell Pink is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#BC6C64 and RGB 188, 108, 100. The closest substitute is DMC 961 Dark Dusty Rose.
Color values
| DMC code | 3722 |
|---|---|
| Name | Medium Shell Pink |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #BC6C64 |
| RGB | 188, 108, 100 |
| HSL | 5°, 40%, 56% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 961 Dark Dusty Rose | View color | Close |
| 356 Medium Terra Cotta | View color | Close |
| 3687 Mauve | View color | Close |
| 3778 Light Terra Cotta | View color | Close |
| 3721 Dark Shell Pink | View color | Similar |
| 962 Medium Dusty 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 3722 in patterns
Medium Shell Pink 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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