1027 — Shell Pink Medium Dark
Reds family#BD565E
Below: Anchor 1027 (Shell Pink Medium Dark), a medium, moderately saturated red shade with hex #BD565E and RGB 189, 86, 94. Find its closest Gentle Art Sampler, Valdani, and Crescent Colors matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Anchor shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
About Anchor 1027
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 1027
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar Anchor Colors to 1027
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 1027
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 1027
Anchor threads that pair well with 1027, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Anchor1027 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Anchor 1027
Known as Shell Pink Medium Dark, Anchor 1027 is a medium, moderately saturated shade sitting in the reds family with warm crimson tones. The steady and rich mood of this color makes it a natural fit for bold accents and berries. Expect to see it used in valentines and poppies across many cross-stitch charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 1027 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 1027 is Shell Pink Medium Dark — a medium red thread (hex #BD565E, RGB 189, 86, 94). It shows up most in barn scenes and tomato patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 1027?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 1027 (Shell Pink Medium Dark) is DMC 223 (Shell Pink light) with a 85% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3712 (Salmon medium, 79%) and DMC 3833 (Raspberry light, 77%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 1027?
The closest Anchor threads to 1027 are 68 Dusty Plum Medium (ΔE 5.33), 1018 Antique Mauve Light (ΔE 5.39), and 970 Dusty Violet Dark (ΔE 5.67). These are useful substitutes when 1027 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 1027 good for?
Anchor 1027 (Shell Pink Medium Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring barn scenes, tomato patterns, roses, hearts. 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 1027.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 1027 (Shell Pink Medium Dark)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 1027 has a contrast ratio of about 4.5:1 on white fabric and 4.7:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.