50 — Pink
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Anchor 50 (Pink) is a light, highly saturated pink shade with hex code #F6A5B3 and RGB values 246, 165, 179. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colors, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Anchor shades and color harmony pairings.
About Anchor 50
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 50
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 50
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 50
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
With its high saturation, Anchor 50 (Pink) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Anchor 50 (Pink) sits a hair from Anchor 25 (Baby Pink) (ΔE 0.48) — 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 50
Anchor threads that pair well with 50, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Anchor50 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Anchor 50
Meet Anchor 50, Pink — a highly saturated, light thread in the pinks family. Its gentle and clear presence shines in baby projects and peony petals alike. Pull this thread for flamingo designs or tulip blooms when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 50 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 50 is Pink — a light pink thread (hex #F6A5B3, RGB 246, 165, 179). It shows up most in skin tones and romantic motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 50?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 50 (Pink) is DMC 151 (Dusty Rose very light) with a 89% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 761 (Salmon light, 84%) and DMC 776 (Pink Medium, 83%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 50?
The closest Anchor threads to 50 are 25 Baby Pink (ΔE 0.48), 1201 Desert Sand Light (ΔE 1.26), and 75 Plum Light (ΔE 2.67). These are useful substitutes when 50 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 50 good for?
Anchor 50 (Pink) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring skin tones, romantic motifs, blush accents, cherry blossoms. Its light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 50.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 50 (Pink)?
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground. For reference, 50 has a contrast ratio of about 1.9:1 on white fabric and 11:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.