731 — Olive Green Dark
Yellows family
Need details on DMC 731? This dark, highly saturated yellow shade (Olive Green Dark) is hex #6B580B, RGB 107, 88, 11. Cross-brand equivalents in Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler, and Valdani are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby DMC shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for DMC 731
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 731
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 731
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
DMC 731 (Olive Green Dark) is vivid enough to carry a focal point; use it sparingly for accents so it stays the star rather than competing across the whole piece.
Color Harmonies for DMC 731
DMC threads that pair well with 731, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Yellows Family
DMC 731 in context with nearby shades from the yellows color family.
About DMC 731
A dark, highly saturated entry in the yellows family, DMC 731 carries the name Olive Green Dark with warm gold tones. Stitchers describe its character as striking and rich, perfect for stars and honey themes. It blends comfortably into projects centered on wheat fields and daffodils.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is DMC 731?
DMC 731 is called Olive Green Dark. It's a dark yellow shade (hex #6B580B, RGB 107, 88, 11) in the yellows family, commonly used for canary themes, sunflowers, and similar motifs.
What's the closest Anchor match for DMC 731?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 731 (Olive Green Dark) is Anchor 907 (Gold Medium) with a 59% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 855 (Avocado Medium, 56%) and Anchor 281 (Yellow Green Dark, 51%).
What's a good substitute for DMC 731?
The closest DMC threads to 731 are 732 Olive Green (731) (ΔE 3.4), 831 Golden Olive medium (ΔE 5.55), and 730 Olive Green very dark (ΔE 7.5). These are useful substitutes when 731 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use DMC 731?
Cross-stitchers pull DMC 731 (Olive Green Dark) for charts featuring canary themes, sunflowers, highlights, warm backgrounds. The dark tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.
What fabric color works best with DMC 731 (Olive Green 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, 731 has a contrast ratio of about 6.9:1 on white fabric and 3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.