DMC 161 — Blue Gray

• DMC 793

  Cornflower Blue Medium

  ΔE 2.3

• DMC 30

  Blueberry Medium Light

  ΔE 5.5

• DMC 3839

  Lavender Blue Medium

  ΔE 6.8

• DMC 799

  Delft Blue Medium

  ΔE 7.3

• DMC 28

  Eggplant Medium Light

  ΔE 7.5

• DMC 3838

  Lavender Blue Dark

  ΔE 8.3

• DMC 155

  Blue Violet Medium Dark

  ΔE 8.9

• DMC 931

  Antique Blue Medium

  ΔE 9.2

• DMC 3746

  Blue Violet Dark

  ΔE 9.3

• DMC 794

  Cornflower Blue Light

  ΔE 9.4

• DMC 3807

  Cornflower Blue

  ΔE 9.8

• DMC 160

  Blue Gray Medium

  ΔE 11.1

Frequently asked questions

What Anchor color is equivalent to DMC 161?

DMC 161 (Blue Gray) converts to Anchor 176. Cross-brand conversions are the closest available match, not an identical thread — DMC and Anchor shades can differ slightly, so check a physical shade card for colors that matter.

What is the hex code for DMC 161?

DMC 161 (Blue Gray) is #7880A4 in hex, or RGB 120, 128, 164. This is an approximation of the floss for on-screen preview — real thread color varies, so check a shade card before buying.

Which DMC colors are closest to 161?

The perceptually nearest DMC shades to 161 are Cornflower Blue Medium (DMC 793), Blueberry Medium Light (DMC 30), Lavender Blue Medium (DMC 3839), ranked by CIEDE2000 color distance. They're useful for shading and blending, or as a substitute when 161 is out of stock.