39 — Dusty Pink Dark
Reds family#BB3542
Need details on Anchor 39? This medium, vivid red shade (Dusty Pink Dark) is hex #BB3542, RGB 187, 53, 66. 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 39
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 39
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 39
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 39
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Anchor 39 (Dusty Pink Dark) sits a hair from Anchor 42 (Rose Very Dark) (ΔE 1.84) — 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 39
Anchor threads that pair well with 39, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Anchor39 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Anchor 39
Known as Dusty Pink Dark, Anchor 39 is a medium, vivid shade sitting in the reds family with warm crimson tones. With a vibrant and steady quality, this thread works beautifully in ladybug designs and barn scenes. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring tomato patterns and roses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 39 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 39 is Dusty Pink Dark — a medium red thread (hex #BB3542, RGB 187, 53, 66). It shows up most in berries and valentines.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 39?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 39 (Dusty Pink Dark) is DMC 3328 (Salmon dark) with a 85% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3832 (Raspberry medium, 80%) and DMC 309 (Rose deep, 73%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 39?
The closest Anchor threads to 39 are 42 Rose Very Dark (ΔE 1.84), 59 Pink Mauve Ultra Very Dark (ΔE 3.48), and 1025 Dusty Rose Dark (ΔE 3.49). These are useful substitutes when 39 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 39 good for?
Anchor 39 (Dusty Pink Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring berries, valentines, poppies, cardinal birds. 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 39.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 39 (Dusty Pink 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, 39 has a contrast ratio of about 5.7:1 on white fabric and 3.7:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.