Madeira Mouliné

2611 — Dusty Violet Light

Pinks family#CAB3BD

Looking up Madeira 2611? It's Dusty Violet Light, a light pink shade (#CAB3BD / RGB 202, 179, 189). Scroll down for Crescent Colors, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Madeira alternatives and curated color harmonies.

Hex
#CAB3BD
RGB
202, 179, 189
HSL
334°, 18%, 75%
Lab
75.1, 10.0, -2.1
Lightness
75%
Light
Saturation
18%
Neutral
Hue
334°
Family
Pinks

About Madeira 2611

Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist

Fiber
100% cotton
Strands
6 strands
Sold as
10 m

Brand Equivalents for Madeira 2611

The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.

Madeira 2611Dusty Violet Light

Similar Madeira Colors to 2611

Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.

Working with Madeira 2611

On white fabric
2:1
On dark fabric
10.7:1
Temperature
soft warm
Closest to
silver

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 Madeira 2611

Madeira threads that pair well with 2611, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.

Complementary
Opposite on the color wheel — maximum contrast
Analogous
Adjacent hues — smooth, natural transitions
Triadic
Evenly spaced at 120° — vibrant and balanced
Monochromatic
Same hue, different lightness — great for shading

Pinks Family

Madeira2611 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.

About Madeira 2611

Known as Dusty Violet Light, Madeira 2611 is a light, muted shade sitting in the pinks family with rose pink tones. Expect a quiet and understated look that suits blush accents, cherry blossoms, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching ballet themes or baby projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Madeira 2611 — what color is it?

The color of Madeira 2611 is Dusty Violet Light — a light pink thread (hex #CAB3BD, RGB 202, 179, 189). It shows up most in cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds.

What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 2611?

The closest DMC match for Madeira 2611 (Dusty Violet Light) is DMC 3743 (Antique Violet very light) with a 80% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 25 (Ultra Light Lavender, 57%) and DMC 453 (Shell Grey light, 56%).

Which Madeira threads are close to 2611?

The closest Madeira threads to 2611 are 1806 Shell Grey Light (ΔE 4.7), 0807 Antique Violet Light (ΔE 5.1), and 0808 Antique Mauve Light (ΔE 6.03). These are useful substitutes when 2611 is unavailable or for building gradients.

What is Madeira 2611 good for?

Madeira 2611 (Dusty Violet Light) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cosmetics-themed designs, rose buds, florals, skin tones. Its light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2611.

What fabric color works best with Madeira 2611 (Dusty Violet Light)?

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, 2611 has a contrast ratio of about 2:1 on white fabric and 10.7:1 on black. As a soft warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.