868 — Peach Flesh
Oranges family#EAAC97
Need details on Anchor 868? This light, vivid orange shade (Peach Flesh) is hex #EAAC97, RGB 234, 172, 151. 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 868
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 868
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 868
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 868
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
Because Anchor 1008 (Flesh Medium) is so near (ΔE 3.07), the pair makes a natural two-step gradient — handy for shading skin, petals, or skies without a hard seam.
Color Harmonies for Anchor 868
Anchor threads that pair well with 868, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Anchor868 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Anchor 868
Anchor 868 (Peach Flesh) is a light, vivid shade in the oranges family with deep amber tones. With a soft and lively quality, this thread works beautifully in persimmon patterns and autumn leaves. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring sunsets and warm accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Anchor 868 look like?
Anchor 868 (Peach Flesh) is a light shade in the oranges family with hex #EAAC97 and RGB 234, 172, 151. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring fall wreaths and citrus motifs.
Which DMC thread matches Anchor 868?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 868 (Peach Flesh) is DMC 754 (Peach light) with a 89% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3779 (Terra Cotta ultra very light, 87%) and DMC 950 (Desert Sand light, 82%).
What Anchor colors are similar to 868?
The closest Anchor threads to 868 are 1008 Flesh Medium (ΔE 3.07), 336 Mahogany Ultra Very Light (ΔE 3.68), and 882 Antique Mahogany Light (ΔE 3.84). These are useful substitutes when 868 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Anchor 868?
Reach for Anchor 868 (Peach Flesh) when your project calls for fall wreaths, citrus motifs, fox designs, fall harvest scenes. Its light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 868.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 868 (Peach Flesh)?
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, 868 has a contrast ratio of about 1.9:1 on white fabric and 10.8:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.