52 — Pink Dark
Pinks family#F6889F
Anchor 52 — Pink Dark — has hex #F6889F and RGB 246, 136, 159. This light, highly saturated pink thread sits alongside its closest DMC, Madeira, and J&P Coates matches below, with 8 similar Anchor shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
About Anchor 52
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 52
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 52
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 52
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 52 (Pink Dark) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Because Anchor 26 (Baby Pink Medium) is so near (ΔE 2.32), the pair makes a natural two-step gradient — handy for shading skin, petals, or skies without a hard seam.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 52
Anchor threads that pair well with 52, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Anchor52 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Anchor 52
Anchor 52 is the floss known as Pink Dark: a highly saturated, light member of the pinks family. Its tone is soft and lively, making it a popular choice for flamingo designs and tulip blooms. It pairs nicely in designs that call for cosmetics-themed designs or rose buds.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Anchor 52 look like?
Anchor 52 (Pink Dark) is a light shade in the pinks family with hex #F6889F and RGB 246, 136, 159. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring blush accents and cherry blossoms.
Which DMC thread matches Anchor 52?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 52 (Pink Dark) is DMC 3708 (Melon light) with a 91% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3326 (Rose light (776), 88%) and DMC 3354 (Dusty Rose light, 87%).
What Anchor colors are similar to 52?
The closest Anchor threads to 52 are 26 Baby Pink Medium (ΔE 2.32), 55 Pink Mauve Light (ΔE 3.27), and 31 Pink Bright Light (ΔE 3.53). These are useful substitutes when 52 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Anchor 52?
Reach for Anchor 52 (Pink Dark) when your project calls for blush accents, cherry blossoms, ballet themes, baby projects. Its light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 52.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 52 (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, 52 has a contrast ratio of about 2.3:1 on white fabric and 8.9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.