27 — Baby Pink Dark
Pinks family#F5788F
Need details on Anchor 27? This light, highly saturated pink shade (Baby Pink Dark) is hex #F5788F, RGB 245, 120, 143. Cross-brand equivalents in Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler, and Valdani are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Anchor shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
About Anchor 27
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 27
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 27
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 27
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Anchor 27 (Baby Pink Dark) is vivid enough to carry a focal point; use it sparingly for accents so it stays the star rather than competing across the whole piece.
Its nearest neighbor, Anchor 31 (Pink Bright Light), is barely a step away (ΔE 3.17). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 27
Anchor threads that pair well with 27, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Anchor27 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Anchor 27
A light, highly saturated entry in the pinks family, Anchor 27 carries the name Baby Pink Dark. Stitchers describe its character as fresh and easy, perfect for cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds. It blends comfortably into projects centered on florals and skin tones.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Anchor 27?
Anchor 27 is called Baby Pink Dark. It's a light pink shade (hex #F5788F, RGB 245, 120, 143) in the pinks family, commonly used for ballet themes, baby projects, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Anchor 27?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 27 (Baby Pink Dark) is DMC 894 (Carnation very light) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3708 (Melon light, 80%) and DMC 957 (Geranium pale, 78%).
What's a good substitute for Anchor 27?
The closest Anchor threads to 27 are 31 Pink Bright Light (ΔE 3.17), 52 Pink Dark (ΔE 3.85), and 40 Rose (ΔE 3.86). These are useful substitutes when 27 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Anchor 27?
Cross-stitchers pull Anchor 27 (Baby Pink Dark) for charts featuring ballet themes, baby projects, peony petals, flamingo designs. The light tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 27 (Baby Pink Dark)?
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first. For reference, 27 has a contrast ratio of about 2.6:1 on white fabric and 8:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.