Classic Colorworks Belle Soie

Cloud

Blues family

Looking up Classic Colorworks Cloud? It's a medium-light blue shade (#93A0AB / RGB 147, 160, 171). 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
#93A0AB
RGB
147, 160, 171
HSL
207°, 12%, 62%
Lab
65.2, -2.3, -7.3
Lightness
62%
Light
Saturation
12%
Neutral
Hue
207°
Family
Blues

Brand Equivalents for Classic Colorworks Cloud

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

Classic Colorworks Cloud

Similar Classic Colorworks Colors to Cloud

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

Working with Classic Colorworks Cloud

On white fabric
2.7:1
On dark fabric
7.9:1
Temperature
soft cool
Closest to
gray

It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.

Hand-dyed notes

Hand-dyed threads like Classic Colorworks Cloud 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 Cloud

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

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

Blues Family

Classic Colorworks Cloud in context with nearby shades from the blues color family.

About Classic Colorworks Cloud

Meet Classic Colorworks Cloud — a subdued, medium-light hand-dyed thread in the blues family with sky blue tones. The shade reads as restrained and versatile — a go-to choice for skies and water. It also turns up in patterns built around denim textures and cool-toned backgrounds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Classic Colorworks Cloud — what color is it?

Classic Colorworks Cloud is a medium-light blue thread (hex #93A0AB, RGB 147, 160, 171). It shows up most in bluebird motifs and whale designs.

What is the DMC equivalent of Classic Colorworks Cloud?

The closest DMC match for Classic Colorworks Cloud is DMC 415 (Pearl Grey) with a 83% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3752 (Antique Blue very light, 74%) and DMC 168 (Pewter very light, 67%).

Which Classic Colorworks threads are close to Cloud?

The closest Classic Colorworks threads to Cloud are Tabby (ΔE 5.91), Petite Maison (ΔE 6.51), and Blue Beadboard (ΔE 6.85). These are useful substitutes when Cloud is unavailable or for building gradients.

What is Classic Colorworks Cloud good for?

Classic Colorworks Cloud is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring bluebird motifs, whale designs, sapphire accents, porcelain patterns. Its medium-light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with Cloud.

Does Classic Colorworks Cloud vary between dye lots?

Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like Cloud 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.