3727 — Antique Mauve light
Pinks family
Looking up DMC 3727? It's Antique Mauve light, a medium-light pink shade (#C9899C / RGB 201, 137, 156). Scroll down for Cosmo, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close DMC alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for DMC 3727
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Cosmo
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar DMC Colors to 3727
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Color Harmonies for DMC 3727
DMC threads that pair well with 3727, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
DMC 3727 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About DMC 3727
Meet DMC 3727, Antique Mauve light — a moderately saturated, medium-light thread in the pinks family with rose pink tones. The shade reads as easygoing and clear — a go-to choice for florals and skin tones. It also turns up in patterns built around romantic motifs and blush accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
DMC 3727 — what color is it?
The color of DMC 3727 is Antique Mauve light — a medium-light pink thread (hex #C9899C, RGB 201, 137, 156). It shows up most in peony petals and flamingo designs.
What is the Anchor equivalent of DMC 3727?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 3727 (Antique Mauve light) is Anchor 1016 (Antique Mauve Very Light) with a 76% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 75 (Plum Light, 72%) and Anchor 60 (Cerise Ultra Very Light, 70%).
Which DMC threads are close to 3727?
The closest DMC threads to 3727 are 778 Antique Mauve very light (ΔE 4.1), 3354 Dusty Rose light (ΔE 5.99), and 152 Shell Pink medium light (ΔE 6.87). These are useful substitutes when 3727 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is DMC 3727 good for?
DMC 3727 (Antique Mauve light) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring peony petals, flamingo designs, tulip blooms, cosmetics-themed designs. Its medium-light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 3727.