893 — Shell Pink Light
Pinks family#E9BAB4
Anchor 893 — Shell Pink Light — has hex #E9BAB4 and RGB 233, 186, 180. This light, vivid pink thread sits alongside its closest Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Art Sampler matches below, with 8 similar Anchor shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
About Anchor 893
Anchor Stranded Cotton Mouliné
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Anchor 893
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 893
Closest Anchor threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Anchor 893
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
Anchor 893 (Shell Pink Light) sits a hair from Anchor 968 (Dusty Violet Light) (ΔE 2.44) — 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 893
Anchor threads that pair well with 893, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Anchor893 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Anchor 893
Known as Shell Pink Light, Anchor 893 is a light, vivid shade sitting in the pinks family. It has a gentle and clear feel that suits tulip blooms and cosmetics-themed designs particularly well. Designers often pair this shade with rose buds or florals for balanced palettes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anchor 893 — what color is it?
The color of Anchor 893 is Shell Pink Light — a light pink thread (hex #E9BAB4, RGB 233, 186, 180). It shows up most in cherry blossoms and ballet themes.
What is the DMC equivalent of Anchor 893?
The closest DMC match for Anchor 893 (Shell Pink Light) is DMC 225 (Shell Pink ultra very light) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3713 (Salmon very light, 75%) and DMC 818 (Baby Pink, 69%).
Which Anchor threads are close to 893?
The closest Anchor threads to 893 are 968 Dusty Violet Light (ΔE 2.44), 1021 Dusty Rose Very Light (ΔE 2.74), and 23 Baby Pink Very Light (ΔE 3.38). These are useful substitutes when 893 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Anchor 893 good for?
Anchor 893 (Shell Pink Light) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cherry blossoms, ballet themes, baby projects, peony petals. 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 893.
What fabric color works best with Anchor 893 (Shell Pink 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, 893 has a contrast ratio of about 1.7:1 on white fabric and 12.1:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.