Classic Colorworks Belle Soie

Caribbean Waters

Teals family

Looking up Classic Colorworks Caribbean Waters? It's a medium-dark teal shade (#4F746D / RGB 79, 116, 109). Scroll down for Sullivans, Cosmo, and Weeks Dye Works equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Classic Colorworks alternatives and curated color harmonies.

Hex
#4F746D
RGB
79, 116, 109
HSL
169°, 19%, 38%
Lab
46.0, -14.7, -0.3
Lightness
38%
Dark
Saturation
19%
Neutral
Hue
169°
Family
Teals

Brand Equivalents for Classic Colorworks Caribbean Waters

Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works

Classic Colorworks Caribbean Waters

Similar Classic Colorworks Colors to Caribbean Waters

Closest Classic Colorworks threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.

Working with Classic Colorworks Caribbean Waters

On white fabric
5.2:1
On dark fabric
4.1:1
Temperature
soft cool
Closest to
gray

It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.

Hand-dyed notes

Hand-dyed threads like Classic Colorworks Caribbean Waters are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.

Color Harmonies for Classic Colorworks Caribbean Waters

Classic Colorworks threads that pair well with Caribbean Waters, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.

Complementary
Opposite on the color wheel — maximum contrast
Caribbean Waters
Analogous
Adjacent hues — smooth, natural transitions
Triadic
Evenly spaced at 120° — vibrant and balanced
Monochromatic
Same hue, different lightness — great for shading

Teals Family

Classic Colorworks Caribbean Waters in context with nearby shades from the teals color family.

About Classic Colorworks Caribbean Waters

Meet Classic Colorworks Caribbean Waters — a muted, medium-dark hand-dyed thread in the teals family. The shade reads as somber and rich — a go-to choice for coastal scenes and dragonflies. It also turns up in patterns built around turtle designs and mermaid motifs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Classic Colorworks Caribbean Waters — what color is it?

Classic Colorworks Caribbean Waters is a medium-dark teal thread (hex #4F746D, RGB 79, 116, 109). It shows up most in tropical motifs and cool accents.

What is the DMC equivalent of Classic Colorworks Caribbean Waters?

The closest DMC match for Classic Colorworks Caribbean Waters is DMC 502 (Blue Green) with a 80% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 926 (Grey Green medium, 68%) and DMC 163 (Celadon Green medium, 66%).

Which Classic Colorworks threads are close to Caribbean Waters?

The closest Classic Colorworks threads to Caribbean Waters are Lettuce Leaf (ΔE 3.83), Shrimp Cocktail (ΔE 4.73), and Tartan Plaid (ΔE 5.47). These are useful substitutes when Caribbean Waters is unavailable or for building gradients.

What is Classic Colorworks Caribbean Waters good for?

Classic Colorworks Caribbean Waters is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring tropical motifs, cool accents, nature themes, ocean waves. Its medium-dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with Caribbean Waters.

Does Classic Colorworks Caribbean Waters vary between dye lots?

Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like Caribbean Waters are never perfectly flat, and later dye lots can read differently. Reserve one lot per project and avoid stitching in strict rows to keep the mottling even.