3687 — Mauve
Pinks family
DMC 3687 (Mauve) is a medium, moderately saturated pink shade with hex code #B13D64 and RGB values 177, 61, 100. Below you'll find the closest Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar DMC shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for DMC 3687
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 3687
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 3687
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 3687
DMC threads that pair well with 3687, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
DMC 3687 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About DMC 3687
Known as Mauve, DMC 3687 is a medium, moderately saturated shade sitting in the pinks family with rose pink tones. This thread brings a steady and rich presence to projects featuring tulip blooms or cosmetics-themed designs. Look for it in charts that feature rose buds or florals.
Frequently Asked Questions
DMC 3687 — what color is it?
The color of DMC 3687 is Mauve — a medium pink thread (hex #B13D64, RGB 177, 61, 100). It shows up most in cherry blossoms and ballet themes.
What is the Anchor equivalent of DMC 3687?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 3687 (Mauve) is Anchor 76 (Plum Medium Light) with a 85% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 68 (Dusty Plum Medium, 78%) and Anchor 42 (Rose Very Dark, 73%).
Which DMC threads are close to 3687?
The closest DMC threads to 3687 are 3804 Cyclamen Pink dark (ΔE 4.57), 3731 Dusty Rose very dark (ΔE 4.96), and 601 Cranberry dark (ΔE 5.48). These are useful substitutes when 3687 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is DMC 3687 good for?
DMC 3687 (Mauve) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cherry blossoms, ballet themes, baby projects, peony petals. 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 3687.
What fabric color works best with DMC 3687 (Mauve)?
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, 3687 has a contrast ratio of about 5.6:1 on white fabric and 3.7:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.