A deep, warm-toned mid-dark purple with a clear, rich character. DMC #209 is the second darkest shade in the lavender family. It's fully saturated and warm-leaning, functioning as a strong shading tone and primary color in lavender and warm purple palettes.
Product Details
- Color: Dark Lavender
- Thread type: 6-strand divisible cotton floss
- Skein length: 8.7 yards (8 meters)
- Material: 100% long-staple Egyptian cotton
- Colorfast: Fade- and bleed-resistant; safe for washing
Best Used For
- Mid-dark shading tones in lavender and warm purple gradient stacks
- Primary floral fills — wisteria, lavender, lilac, and heather mid-dark tones
- Butterfly wing and iridescent insect mid-dark detail work
- Contemporary geometric and abstract designs using warm, saturated purple palettes
- Botanical and nature designs requiring a versatile, deep lavender primary tone