316 — Tangerine Dark
Oranges family#EF6915
Looking up Anchor 316? It's Tangerine Dark, a medium orange shade (#EF6915 / RGB 239, 105, 21). Scroll down for Crescent Colors, DMC, and Madeira equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Anchor alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Anchor 316
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 316
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 316
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 316
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
With its high saturation, Anchor 316 (Tangerine Dark) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Anchor 316 (Tangerine Dark) sits a hair from Anchor 324 (Orange Spice Medium) (ΔE 3.15) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 316
Anchor threads that pair well with 316, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Anchor316 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Anchor 316
Known as Tangerine Dark, Anchor 316 is a medium, highly saturated shade sitting in the oranges family with deep amber tones. Expect a vibrant and steady look that suits seasonal designs, pumpkins, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching marigolds or fall wreaths.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 316 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 316 is Tangerine Dark — a medium orange thread (hex #EF6915, RGB 239, 105, 21). It shows up most in monarch butterflies and persimmon patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 316?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 316 (Tangerine Dark) is DMC 971 (Pumpkin) with a 89% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 740 (Tangerine (971), 84%) and DMC 970 (Pumpkin light, 78%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 316?
The closest Anchor threads to 316 are 324 Orange Spice Medium (ΔE 3.15), 925 Yellow Green Very Dark (ΔE 3.93), and 1003 Salmon (ΔE 4.88). These are useful substitutes when 316 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 316 good for?
Anchor 316 (Tangerine Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring monarch butterflies, persimmon patterns, autumn leaves, sunsets. 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 316.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 316 (Tangerine 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, 316 has a contrast ratio of about 3.1:1 on white fabric and 6.7:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.