2702 — Blue Violet Very Dark
Blues family#5D67AB
Need details on Madeira 2702? This medium, moderately saturated blue shade (Blue Violet Very Dark) is hex #5D67AB, RGB 93, 103, 171. Cross-brand equivalents in Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler, and Valdani are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Madeira shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
About Madeira 2702
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 2702
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar Madeira Colors to 2702
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 2702
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 2702
Madeira threads that pair well with 2702, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Blues Family
Madeira2702 in context with nearby shades from the blues color family.
About Madeira 2702
A medium, moderately saturated entry in the blues family, Madeira 2702 carries the name Blue Violet Very Dark with true blue tones. Stitchers describe its character as balanced and warm, perfect for nautical themes and winter scenes. It blends comfortably into projects centered on forget-me-nots and bluebird motifs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Madeira 2702?
Madeira 2702 is called Blue Violet Very Dark. It's a medium blue shade (hex #5D67AB, RGB 93, 103, 171) in the blues family, commonly used for hydrangea blooms, skies, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Madeira 2702?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 2702 (Blue Violet Very Dark) is DMC 793 (Cornflower Blue medium) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3839 (Lavender Blue medium, 82%) and DMC 31 (Blueberry, 78%).
What's a good substitute for Madeira 2702?
The closest Madeira threads to 2702 are 2408 Lavender Blue Medium (ΔE 3.51), 0905 Cornflower Blue Dark (ΔE 4.51), and 1005 Antique Blue Dark (ΔE 7.65). These are useful substitutes when 2702 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Madeira 2702?
Cross-stitchers pull Madeira 2702 (Blue Violet Very Dark) for charts featuring hydrangea blooms, skies, water, denim textures. The medium 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 Madeira 2702 (Blue Violet Very Dark)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 2702 has a contrast ratio of about 5.3:1 on white fabric and 4:1 on black. As a cool shade, its cool cast recedes visually — useful for backgrounds, shadows, water and sky, and calm, restful palettes.