334 — Orange Red Very Dark
Reds family#E22D23
Anchor 334 (Orange Red Very Dark) is a medium, vivid red shade with hex code #E22D23 and RGB values 226, 45, 35. Below you'll find the closest Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Anchor shades and color harmony pairings.
About Anchor 334
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 334
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 334
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 334
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Anchor 334 (Orange Red Very 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 335 (Orange Red), is barely a step away (ΔE 1.91). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 334
Anchor threads that pair well with 334, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Anchor334 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Anchor 334
Orange Red Very Dark (catalog code Anchor 334) is a medium, vivid shade from the reds family with true red tones. This thread brings a confident and warm presence to projects featuring cardinal birds or apple motifs. Look for it in charts that feature ladybug designs or barn scenes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Anchor 334?
Anchor 334 is called Orange Red Very Dark. It's a medium red shade (hex #E22D23, RGB 226, 45, 35) in the reds family, commonly used for holiday designs, bold accents, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Anchor 334?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 334 (Orange Red Very Dark) is DMC 606 (Burnt Orange-Red) with a 92% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 350 (Coral medium, 77%) and DMC 720 (Orange Spice dark, 74%).
What's a good substitute for Anchor 334?
The closest Anchor threads to 334 are 335 Orange Red (ΔE 1.91), 333 Orange Very Dark (ΔE 2.7), and 1098 Red (ΔE 3.48). These are useful substitutes when 334 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Anchor 334?
Cross-stitchers pull Anchor 334 (Orange Red Very Dark) for charts featuring holiday designs, bold accents, berries, valentines. The medium 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 334 (Orange Red Very Dark)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 334 has a contrast ratio of about 4.5:1 on white fabric and 4.6:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.