332 — Orange Dark
Oranges family
Need details on Anchor 332? This medium, highly saturated orange shade (Orange Dark) is hex #E1520E, RGB 225, 82, 14. Cross-brand equivalents in Madeira, J&P Coates, and Sullivans are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Anchor shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 332
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar Anchor Colors to 332
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 332
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Saturated shades like Anchor 332 (Orange Dark) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 332
Anchor threads that pair well with 332, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Anchor 332 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Anchor 332
Anchor 332 (Orange Dark) is a medium, highly saturated shade in the oranges family with deep amber tones. With a rich and lively quality, this thread works beautifully in marigolds and fall wreaths. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring citrus motifs and fox designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Anchor 332 look like?
Anchor 332 (Orange Dark) is a medium shade in the oranges family with hex #E1520E and RGB 225, 82, 14. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring autumn leaves and sunsets.
Which DMC thread matches Anchor 332?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 332 (Orange Dark) is DMC 3853 (Autumn Gold dark) with a 77% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 721 (Orange Spice medium, 73%) and DMC 922 (Copper light, 73%).
What Anchor colors are similar to 332?
The closest Anchor threads to 332 are 316 Tangerine Dark (ΔE 3.68), 333 Orange Very Dark (ΔE 3.81), and 324 Orange Spice Medium (ΔE 4.81). These are useful substitutes when 332 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Anchor 332?
Reach for Anchor 332 (Orange Dark) when your project calls for autumn leaves, sunsets, warm accents, seasonal designs. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 332.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 332 (Orange 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, 332 has a contrast ratio of about 3.9:1 on white fabric and 5.4:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.