DMC 3834 Dark Grape
DMC 3834 Dark Grape is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#72375D and RGB 114, 55, 93. The closest substitute is DMC 28 Medium Light Eggplant.
Color values
| DMC code | 3834 |
|---|---|
| Name | Dark Grape |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #72375D |
| RGB | 114, 55, 93 |
| HSL | 321°, 35%, 33% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 28 Medium Light Eggplant | View color | Very close |
| 552 Medium Violet | View color | Close |
| 327 Dark Violet | View color | Close |
| 3837 Ultra Dark Lavender | View color | Close |
| 29 Eggplant | View color | Close |
| 550 Very Dark Violet | 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 3834 in patterns
Dark Grape 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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