DMC 3743 Very Light Antique Violet
DMC 3743 Very Light Antique Violet is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#D7CBD3 and RGB 215, 203, 211. The closest substitute is DMC 415 Pearl Gray.
Color values
| DMC code | 3743 |
|---|---|
| Name | Very Light Antique Violet |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #D7CBD3 |
| RGB | 215, 203, 211 |
| HSL | 320°, 13%, 82% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 415 Pearl Gray | View color | Close |
| 453 Light Shell Gray | View color | Close |
| 153 Very Light Violet | View color | Close |
| 159 Light Gray Blue | View color | Close |
| 168 Very Light Pewter | View color | Close |
| 3752 Very Light Antique Blue | 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 3743 in patterns
Very Light 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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