315 — Antique Mauve dark
Reds family
DMC 315 (Antique Mauve dark) is a medium-dark, moderately saturated red shade with hex code #6F3842 and RGB values 111, 56, 66. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colours, and Anchor equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar DMC shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for DMC 315
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 315
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 315
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Color Harmonies for DMC 315
DMC threads that pair well with 315, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
DMC 315 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About DMC 315
DMC 315 is the floss known as Antique Mauve dark: a moderately saturated, medium-dark member of the reds family with warm crimson tones. Its deep and intense presence shines in holiday designs and bold accents alike. Pull this thread for berries or valentines when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does DMC 315 look like?
DMC 315 (Antique Mauve dark) is a medium-dark shade in the reds family with hex #6F3842 and RGB 111, 56, 66. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring ladybug designs and barn scenes.
Which Anchor thread matches DMC 315?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 315 (Antique Mauve dark) is Anchor 972 (Dusty Violet Very Dark) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 1018 (Antique Mauve Light, 80%) and Anchor 896 (Shell Pink, 79%).
What DMC colors are similar to 315?
The closest DMC threads to 315 are 3802 Antique Mauve very dark (ΔE 4.14), 3726 Antique Mauve dark (ΔE 5.2), and 3721 Shell Pink dark (ΔE 6.55). These are useful substitutes when 315 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use DMC 315?
Reach for DMC 315 (Antique Mauve dark) when your project calls for ladybug designs, barn scenes, tomato patterns, roses. Its medium-dark character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 315.
What fabric color works best with DMC 315 (Antique Mauve dark)?
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first. For reference, 315 has a contrast ratio of about 9.1:1 on white fabric and 2.3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.