DMC 3740 Dark Antique Violet
DMC 3740 Dark Antique Violet is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#785762 and RGB 120, 87, 98. The closest substitute is DMC 3860 Cocoa.
Color values
| DMC code | 3740 |
|---|---|
| Name | Dark Antique Violet |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #785762 |
| RGB | 120, 87, 98 |
| HSL | 340°, 16%, 41% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3860 Cocoa | View color | Close |
| 3041 Medium Antique Violet | View color | Close |
| 3802 Very Dark Antique Mauve | View color | Close |
| 315 Medium Dark Antique Mauve | View color | Close |
| 779 Dark Cocoa | View color | Similar |
| 309 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 3740 in patterns
Dark Antique Violet 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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