DMC 778 Very Light Antique Mauve
DMC 778 Very Light Antique Mauve is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#DFB3BB and RGB 223, 179, 187. The closest substitute is DMC 3727 Light Antique Mauve.
Color values
| DMC code | 778 |
|---|---|
| Name | Very Light Antique Mauve |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #DFB3BB |
| RGB | 223, 179, 187 |
| HSL | 349°, 41%, 79% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3727 Light Antique Mauve | View color | Very close |
| 224 Very Light Shell Pink | View color | Close |
| 23 Apple Blossom | View color | Close |
| 3354 Light Dusty Rose | View color | Close |
| 3688 Medium Mauve | View color | Close |
| 554 Light Violet | 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 778 in patterns
Very Light 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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