103 — Purple Very Light
Pinks family#ECCDDC
Anchor 103 — Purple Very Light — has hex #ECCDDC and RGB 236, 205, 220. This very light, moderately saturated pink thread sits alongside its closest Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Art Sampler matches below, with 8 similar Anchor shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
About Anchor 103
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 103
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 103
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 103
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 103
Anchor threads that pair well with 103, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Anchor103 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Anchor 103
Known as Purple Very Light, Anchor 103 is a very light, moderately saturated shade sitting in the pinks family with rose pink tones. It has a soft and bright feel that suits tulip blooms and cosmetics-themed designs particularly well. Designers often pair this shade with rose buds or florals for balanced palettes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 103 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 103 is Purple Very Light — a very light pink thread (hex #ECCDDC, RGB 236, 205, 220). It shows up most in cherry blossoms and ballet themes.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 103?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 103 (Purple Very Light) is DMC 818 (Baby Pink) with a 67% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 23 (Apple Blossom, 63%) and DMC 819 (Baby Pink light, 58%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 103?
The closest Anchor threads to 103 are 342 Lavender Ultra Very Light (ΔE 4.22), 48 Pink Very Light (ΔE 5.68), and 95 Violet Ultra Very Light (ΔE 6.5). These are useful substitutes when 103 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 103 good for?
Anchor 103 (Purple Very Light) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cherry blossoms, ballet themes, baby projects, peony petals. Its very light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 103.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 103 (Purple Very Light)?
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground. For reference, 103 has a contrast ratio of about 1.5:1 on white fabric and 14.3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.