DMC 3802 Very Dark Antique Mauve
DMC 3802 Very Dark Antique Mauve is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#714149 and RGB 113, 65, 73. The closest substitute is DMC 315 Medium Dark Antique Mauve.
Color values
| DMC code | 3802 |
|---|---|
| Name | Very Dark Antique Mauve |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #714149 |
| RGB | 113, 65, 73 |
| HSL | 350°, 27%, 35% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 315 Medium Dark Antique Mauve | View color | Close |
| 3740 Dark Antique Violet | View color | Close |
| 327 Dark Violet | View color | Close |
| 154 Very Dark Grape | View color | Similar |
| 779 Dark Cocoa | View color | Similar |
| 3726 Dark Antique Mauve | 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 3802 in patterns
Very Dark Antique Mauve 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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