DMC 3806 Light Cyclamen Pink
DMC 3806 Light Cyclamen Pink is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#FF8CAE and RGB 255, 140, 174. The closest substitute is DMC 893 Light Carnation.
Color values
| DMC code | 3806 |
|---|---|
| Name | Light Cyclamen Pink |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #FF8CAE |
| RGB | 255, 140, 174 |
| HSL | 342°, 100%, 77% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 893 Light Carnation | View color | Close |
| 3833 Light Raspberry | View color | Close |
| 3733 Dusty Rose | View color | Close |
| 3705 Dark Melon | View color | Similar |
| 899 Medium Rose | View color | Similar |
| 3731 Very 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 3806 in patterns
Light Cyclamen 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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