DMC 666 Bright Red
DMC 666 Bright Red is a Reds family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#E31D42 and RGB 227, 29, 66. The closest substitute is DMC 321 Red.
Color values
| DMC code | 666 |
|---|---|
| Name | Bright Red |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #E31D42 |
| RGB | 227, 29, 66 |
| HSL | 349°, 78%, 50% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 321 Red | View color | Similar |
| 817 Very Dark Coral Red | View color | Similar |
| 22 Alizarin | View color | Similar |
| 304 Medium Red | View color | Similar |
| 347 Very Dark Salmon | View color | Similar |
| 349 Dark Coral | 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 666 in patterns
Bright Red sits in the Reds family and works as a warm accent color. It is a natural fit for flowers, hearts, berries, lettering, and holiday details, and for small focal points that need strong contrast.
- Pairs well with deep neutrals, soft pinks, cream backgrounds.
- Pattern ideas: rose motifs, Valentine designs, Christmas ornaments.
- Also useful for warm shadows in portraits and gift patterns.
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