DMC 917 Medium Plum
DMC 917 Medium Plum is a Pinks family embroidery floss with on-screen hex value
#9B1359 and RGB 155, 19, 89. The closest substitute is DMC 718 Plum.
Color values
| DMC code | 917 |
|---|---|
| Name | Medium Plum |
| Range | DMC Stranded Cotton (Mouliné Spécial 117) |
| Hex | #9B1359 |
| RGB | 155, 19, 89 |
| HSL | 329°, 78%, 34% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 718 Plum | View color | Very close |
| 915 Dark Plum | View color | Close |
| 3803 Dark Mauve | View color | Similar |
| 150 Ultra Very Dark Dusty Rose | View color | Similar |
| 3607 Light Plum | View color | Similar |
| 3350 Ultra 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 917 in patterns
Medium Plum 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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