333 — Orange Very Dark
Reds family#E83B2B
Below: Anchor 333 (Orange Very Dark), a medium, highly saturated red shade with hex #E83B2B and RGB 232, 59, 43. Find its closest J&P Coates, Sullivans, and Cosmo matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Anchor shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
About Anchor 333
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 333
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 333
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 333
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
With its high saturation, Anchor 333 (Orange Very Dark) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Anchor 333 (Orange Very Dark) sits a hair from Anchor 334 (Orange Red Very Dark) (ΔE 2.7) — 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 333
Anchor threads that pair well with 333, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Anchor333 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Anchor 333
Meet Anchor 333, Orange Very Dark — a highly saturated, medium thread in the reds family with true red tones. The vibrant and steady character of this shade lends itself well to poppies and cardinal birds. Stitchers frequently choose it for apple motifs and ladybug designs in their projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 333 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 333 is Orange Very Dark — a medium red thread (hex #E83B2B, RGB 232, 59, 43). It shows up most in hearts and holiday designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 333?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 333 (Orange Very Dark) is DMC 606 (Burnt Orange-Red) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 946 (Burnt Orange medium, 79%) and DMC 351 (Coral, 75%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 333?
The closest Anchor threads to 333 are 334 Orange Red Very Dark (ΔE 2.7), 335 Orange Red (ΔE 3.57), and 1098 Red (ΔE 4.28). These are useful substitutes when 333 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 333 good for?
Anchor 333 (Orange Very Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring hearts, holiday designs, bold accents, berries. 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 333.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 333 (Orange Very Dark)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 333 has a contrast ratio of about 4.1:1 on white fabric and 5.1:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.