73 — Plum Ultra Very Light
Pinks family#F2BFC3
Below: Anchor 73 (Plum Ultra Very Light), a light, vivid pink shade with hex #F2BFC3 and RGB 242, 191, 195. Find its closest Gentle Art Sampler, Valdani, and Crescent Colors matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Anchor shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
About Anchor 73
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 73
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 73
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 73
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
Anchor 73 (Plum Ultra Very Light) sits a hair from Anchor 1021 (Dusty Rose Very Light) (ΔE 2.11) — 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 73
Anchor threads that pair well with 73, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Anchor73 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Anchor 73
Known as Plum Ultra Very Light, Anchor 73 is a light, vivid shade sitting in the pinks family. The gentle and clear mood of this color makes it a natural fit for blush accents and cherry blossoms. Expect to see it used in ballet themes and baby projects across many cross-stitch charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 73 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 73 is Plum Ultra Very Light — a light pink thread (hex #F2BFC3, RGB 242, 191, 195). It shows up most in cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 73?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 73 (Plum Ultra Very Light) is DMC 3713 (Salmon very light) with a 86% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 818 (Baby Pink, 80%) and DMC 963 (Dusty Rose ultra very light, 80%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 73?
The closest Anchor threads to 73 are 1021 Dusty Rose Very Light (ΔE 2.11), 23 Baby Pink Very Light (ΔE 3.01), and 24 Baby Pink Light (ΔE 3.06). These are useful substitutes when 73 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 73 good for?
Anchor 73 (Plum Ultra Very Light) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cosmetics-themed designs, rose buds, florals, skin tones. 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 73.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 73 (Plum Ultra Very Light)?
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, 73 has a contrast ratio of about 1.6:1 on white fabric and 13:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.