Classic Colorworks Belle Soie

Chocolate Mousse

Reds family#936F66

Need details on Classic Colorworks Chocolate Mousse? This medium, muted red hand-dyed shade is hex #936F66, RGB 147, 111, 102. Cross-brand equivalents in Anchor, Madeira, and J&P Coates are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Classic Colorworks shades and color-theory harmony pairings.

Hex
#936F66
RGB
147, 111, 102
HSL
12°, 18%, 49%
Lab
50.1, 12.9, 10.5
Lightness
49%
Medium
Saturation
18%
Neutral
Hue
12°
Family
Reds

Brand Equivalents for Classic Colorworks Chocolate Mousse

The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.

Classic Colorworks Chocolate Mousse

Similar Classic Colorworks Colors to Chocolate Mousse

Closest Classic Colorworks threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.

Working with Classic Colorworks Chocolate Mousse

On white fabric
4.5:1
On dark fabric
4.7:1
Temperature
soft warm
Closest to
mauve

It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.

Hand-dyed notes

Hand-dyed threads like Classic Colorworks Chocolate Mousse are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.

Color Harmonies for Classic Colorworks Chocolate Mousse

Classic Colorworks threads that pair well with Chocolate Mousse, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.

Complementary
Opposite on the color wheel — maximum contrast
Analogous
Adjacent hues — smooth, natural transitions
Triadic
Evenly spaced at 120° — vibrant and balanced
Monochromatic
Same hue, different lightness — great for shading

Reds Family

Classic ColorworksChocolate Mousse in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.

About Classic Colorworks Chocolate Mousse

Classic Colorworks Chocolate Mousse sits in the reds family as a medium, muted shade with red-orange tones. With a restrained and earthy quality, this thread works beautifully in bold accents and berries. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring valentines and poppies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Classic Colorworks Chocolate Mousse — what color is it?

Classic Colorworks Chocolate Mousse is a medium red thread (hex #936F66, RGB 147, 111, 102). It shows up most in barn scenes and tomato patterns.

What is the DMC equivalent of Classic Colorworks Chocolate Mousse?

The closest DMC match for Classic Colorworks Chocolate Mousse is DMC 3861 (Cocoa light) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 841 (Beige Brown light, 68%) and DMC 3863 (Mocha Beige medium, 63%).

Which Classic Colorworks threads are close to Chocolate Mousse?

The closest Classic Colorworks threads to Chocolate Mousse are Little House Brown (ΔE 3.53), Ripple (ΔE 4.4), and Cappuccino (ΔE 4.93). These are useful substitutes when Chocolate Mousse is unavailable or for building gradients.

What is Classic Colorworks Chocolate Mousse good for?

Classic Colorworks Chocolate Mousse is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring barn scenes, tomato patterns, roses, hearts. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with Chocolate Mousse.

Does Classic Colorworks Chocolate Mousse vary between dye lots?

Some. As a hand-dyed floss, Chocolate Mousse shifts subtly skein to skein — that gentle variegation is the appeal. Buy enough for a project in one dye lot and stitch in a random order to blend any variation.