DMC 3731 Very Dark Dusty Rose
DMC 3731 Very Dark Dusty Rose is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#DA6783 and RGB 218, 103, 131. The closest substitute is DMC 899 Medium Rose.
Color values
| DMC code | 3731 |
|---|---|
| Name | Very Dark Dusty Rose |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #DA6783 |
| RGB | 218, 103, 131 |
| HSL | 345°, 61%, 63% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 899 Medium Rose | View color | Close |
| 3832 Medium Raspberry | View color | Close |
| 3833 Light Raspberry | View color | Close |
| 3705 Dark Melon | View color | Close |
| 3733 Dusty Rose | View color | Similar |
| 3350 Ultra Dark 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 3731 in patterns
Very Dark 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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