957 — Geranium pale
Pinks family
Need details on DMC 957? This light, highly saturated pink shade (Geranium pale) is hex #FF7CA2, RGB 255, 124, 162. 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 957
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 957
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 957
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
DMC 957 (Geranium pale) 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.
Its nearest neighbor, DMC 894 (Carnation very light), is barely a step away (ΔE 2.18). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for DMC 957
DMC threads that pair well with 957, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
DMC 957 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About DMC 957
A light, highly saturated entry in the pinks family, DMC 957 carries the name Geranium pale with rose pink tones. Stitchers describe its character as fresh and easy, perfect for cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds. It blends comfortably into projects centered on florals and skin tones.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is DMC 957?
DMC 957 is called Geranium pale. It's a light pink shade (hex #FF7CA2, RGB 255, 124, 162) in the pinks family, commonly used for ballet themes, baby projects, and similar motifs.
What's the closest Anchor match for DMC 957?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 957 (Geranium pale) is Anchor 52 (Pink Dark) with a 97% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 33 (Pink Bright, 85%) and Anchor 40 (Rose, 74%).
What's a good substitute for DMC 957?
The closest DMC threads to 957 are 894 Carnation very light (ΔE 2.18), 3708 Melon light (ΔE 4), and 604 Cranberry light (ΔE 4.15). These are useful substitutes when 957 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use DMC 957?
Cross-stitchers pull DMC 957 (Geranium pale) for charts featuring ballet themes, baby projects, peony petals, flamingo designs. The light 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 957 (Geranium pale)?
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, 957 has a contrast ratio of about 2.4:1 on white fabric and 8.7:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.