332 — Orange Dark
Reds family#F45423
Need details on Anchor 332? This medium, highly saturated red shade (Orange Dark) is hex #F45423, RGB 244, 84, 35. 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.
About Anchor 332
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 332
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 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.
Because Anchor 330 (Orange) is so near (ΔE 2.18), the pair makes a natural two-step gradient — handy for shading skin, petals, or skies without a hard seam.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 332
Anchor threads that pair well with 332, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Anchor332 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Anchor 332
Anchor 332 (Orange Dark) is a medium, highly saturated shade in the reds family with red-orange tones. With a rich and lively quality, this thread works beautifully in valentines and poppies. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring cardinal birds and apple motifs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Anchor 332 look like?
Anchor 332 (Orange Dark) is a medium shade in the reds family with hex #F45423 and RGB 244, 84, 35. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring roses and hearts.
Which DMC thread matches Anchor 332?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 332 (Orange Dark) is DMC 721 (Orange Spice medium) with a 93% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 947 (Burnt Orange, 90%) and DMC 608 (Burnt Orange, 80%).
What Anchor colors are similar to 332?
The closest Anchor threads to 332 are 330 Orange (ΔE 2.18), 925 Yellow Green Very Dark (ΔE 3.74), and 329 Peach Dark (ΔE 5.45). 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 roses, hearts, holiday designs, bold accents. 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 3.4:1 on white fabric and 6.1:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.