V16 — Violette Di Parma
Pinks family#AB5077
Looking up Valdani V16? It's Violette Di Parma, a medium pink shade (#AB5077 / RGB 171, 80, 119). Scroll down for Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Valdani alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Valdani V16
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Crescent Colors
Similar Valdani Colors to V16
Closest Valdani threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Valdani V16
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Hand-dyed threads like Valdani V16 (Violette Di Parma) are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Color Harmonies for Valdani V16
Valdani threads that pair well with V16, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
ValdaniV16 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Valdani V16
Meet Valdani V16, Violette Di Parma — a moderately saturated, medium thread in the pinks family with rose pink tones. The shade reads as steady and rich — a go-to choice for baby projects and peony petals. It also turns up in patterns built around flamingo designs and tulip blooms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Valdani V16 — what color is it?
The color of Valdani V16 is Violette Di Parma — a medium pink thread (hex #AB5077, RGB 171, 80, 119). It shows up most in skin tones and romantic motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Valdani V16?
The closest DMC match for Valdani V16 (Violette Di Parma) is DMC 3687 (Mauve) with a 72% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3805 (Cyclamen Pink, 63%) and DMC 3607 (Plum light, 63%).
Which Valdani threads are close to V16?
The closest Valdani threads to V16 are O522 Raspberry (ΔE 4.04), V60 Pinks & Purples (ΔE 4.24), and M1 Strawberry Cream (ΔE 4.5). These are useful substitutes when V16 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Valdani V16 good for?
Valdani V16 (Violette Di Parma) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring skin tones, romantic motifs, blush accents, cherry blossoms. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with V16.
Does Valdani V16 (Violette Di Parma) vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like V16 are never perfectly flat, and later dye lots can read differently. Reserve one lot per project and avoid stitching in strict rows to keep the mottling even.