70 — Dusty Plum Very Dark
Reds family#5C1322
Looking up Anchor 70? It's Dusty Plum Very Dark, a dark red shade (#5C1322 / RGB 92, 19, 34). Scroll down for Cosmo, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Anchor alternatives and curated color harmonies.
About Anchor 70
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 70
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 70
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 70
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 70
Anchor threads that pair well with 70, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Anchor70 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Anchor 70
Meet Anchor 70, Dusty Plum Very Dark — a vivid, dark thread in the reds family with warm crimson tones. The shade reads as dramatic and vivid — a go-to choice for roses and hearts. It also turns up in patterns built around holiday designs and bold accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 70 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 70 is Dusty Plum Very Dark — a dark red thread (hex #5C1322, RGB 92, 19, 34). It shows up most in cardinal birds and apple motifs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 70?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 70 (Dusty Plum Very Dark) is DMC 814 (Garnet dark) with a 93% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 902 (Garnet very dark, 80%) and DMC 815 (Garnet medium, 78%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 70?
The closest Anchor threads to 70 are 45 Garnet Very Dark (ΔE 4.13), 72 Dusty Plum Ultra Very Dark (ΔE 4.15), and 22 Garnet (ΔE 4.79). These are useful substitutes when 70 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 70 good for?
Anchor 70 (Dusty Plum Very Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs, barn scenes. Its dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 70.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 70 (Dusty Plum Very Dark)?
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground. For reference, 70 has a contrast ratio of about 13.4:1 on white fabric and 1.6:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.