154 — Grape very dark
Pinks family
Need details on DMC 154? This dark, moderately saturated pink shade (Grape very dark) is hex #38172B, RGB 56, 23, 43. Cross-brand equivalents in Madeira, J&P Coates, and Sullivans are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby DMC shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for DMC 154
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar DMC Colors to 154
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 154
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
Because it is so deep, DMC 154 (Grape very dark) holds its own as an outlining and lettering color where lighter threads would get lost against the fill.
Color Harmonies for DMC 154
DMC threads that pair well with 154, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
DMC 154 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About DMC 154
Grape very dark (catalog code DMC 154) is a dark, moderately saturated shade from the pinks family with rose pink tones. With a dark and rich quality, this thread works beautifully in peony petals and flamingo designs. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring tulip blooms and cosmetics-themed designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is DMC 154?
DMC 154 is called Grape very dark. It's a dark pink shade (hex #38172B, RGB 56, 23, 43) in the pinks family, commonly used for romantic motifs, blush accents, and similar motifs.
What's the closest Anchor match for DMC 154?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 154 (Grape very dark) is Anchor 873 (Antique Violet Dark) with a 79% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 72 (Dusty Plum Ultra Very Dark, 70%) and Anchor 101 (Violet Very Dark, 68%).
What's a good substitute for DMC 154?
The closest DMC threads to 154 are 35 Very Dark Fuchsia (ΔE 8.73), 3834 Grape dark (ΔE 8.94), and 550 Violet very dark (ΔE 9.57). These are useful substitutes when 154 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use DMC 154?
Cross-stitchers pull DMC 154 (Grape very dark) for charts featuring romantic motifs, blush accents, cherry blossoms, ballet themes. The dark tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.
Is DMC 154 (Grape very dark) good for backstitching and outlines?
Yes — very dark shades like 154 are among the most-used backstitch and outlining colors. Work it in a single strand over one for crisp edges, lettering, and fine detail.