Purple Aster
Purples family#8A7297
Classic Colorworks Purple Aster has hex #8A7297 and RGB 138, 114, 151. This medium, muted purple thread sits alongside its closest DMC, Anchor, and Madeira matches below, with 8 similar Classic Colorworks shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
Brand Equivalents for Classic Colorworks Purple Aster
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar Classic Colorworks Colors to Purple Aster
Closest Classic Colorworks threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Classic Colorworks Purple Aster
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Hand-dyed threads like Classic Colorworks Purple Aster are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Classic Colorworks Purple Aster sits a hair from Classic Colorworks Argyle Socks (ΔE 1.63) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for Classic Colorworks Purple Aster
Classic Colorworks threads that pair well with Purple Aster, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Purples Family
Classic ColorworksPurple Aster in context with nearby shades from the purples color family.
About Classic Colorworks Purple Aster
Meet Classic Colorworks Purple Aster — a muted, medium hand-dyed thread in the purples family with true purple tones. Its tone is restrained and earthy, making it a popular choice for lavender fields and royal motifs. It pairs nicely in designs that call for floral details or elegant accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Classic Colorworks Purple Aster — what color is it?
Classic Colorworks Purple Aster is a medium purple thread (hex #8A7297, RGB 138, 114, 151). It shows up most in iris blooms and eggplant designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Classic Colorworks Purple Aster?
The closest DMC match for Classic Colorworks Purple Aster is DMC 28 (Medium Light Eggplant) with a 75% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3042 (Antique Violet light, 61%) and DMC 3836 (Grape light, 61%).
Which Classic Colorworks threads are close to Purple Aster?
The closest Classic Colorworks threads to Purple Aster are Argyle Socks (ΔE 1.63), Cashmere (ΔE 3.89), and Hydrangea (ΔE 8.96). These are useful substitutes when Purple Aster is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Classic Colorworks Purple Aster good for?
Classic Colorworks Purple Aster is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring iris blooms, eggplant designs, plum themes, lilac patterns. 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 Purple Aster.
Does Classic Colorworks Purple Aster vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like Purple Aster are never perfectly flat, and later dye lots can read differently. Reserve one lot per project and avoid stitching in strict rows to keep the mottling even.