DMC 738 Very Light Tan
DMC 738 Very Light Tan is a Oranges family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#ECCC9E and RGB 236, 204, 158. The closest substitute is DMC 676 Light Old Gold.
Color values
| DMC code | 738 |
|---|---|
| Name | Very Light Tan |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #ECCC9E |
| RGB | 236, 204, 158 |
| HSL | 35°, 67%, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 676 Light Old Gold | View color | Close |
| 437 Light Tan | View color | Close |
| 3046 Medium Yellow Beige | View color | Close |
| 3855 Light Autumn Gold | View color | Close |
| 3856 Ultra Very Light Mahogany | View color | Close |
| 372 Light Mustard | 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 738 in patterns
Very Light Tan sits in the Oranges family and works as a warm highlight and autumn color. It is a natural fit for pumpkins, sunsets, copper details, fall leaves, and warm lettering, and for golden highlights in animal fur and landscapes.
- Pairs well with browns, warm yellows, muted greens.
- Pattern ideas: pumpkin designs, autumn samplers, sunset landscapes.
- Also useful for playful accents in beginner-friendly designs.
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