Cool Azul
Blues family
Classic Colorworks Cool Azul has hex #637583 and RGB 99, 117, 131. This medium, subdued blue thread sits alongside its closest DMC, Anchor, and Madeira matches below, with 8 similar Classic Colorworks shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
Brand Equivalents for Classic Colorworks Cool Azul
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar Classic Colorworks Colors to Cool Azul
Closest Classic Colorworks threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Classic Colorworks Cool Azul
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Hand-dyed threads like Classic Colorworks Cool Azul 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 Cool Azul
Classic Colorworks threads that pair well with Cool Azul, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Blues Family
Classic Colorworks Cool Azul in context with nearby shades from the blues color family.
About Classic Colorworks Cool Azul
Meet Classic Colorworks Cool Azul — a subdued, medium hand-dyed thread in the blues family with sky blue tones. Its tone is restrained and earthy, making it a popular choice for forget-me-nots and bluebird motifs. It pairs nicely in designs that call for whale designs or sapphire accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Classic Colorworks Cool Azul — what color is it?
Classic Colorworks Cool Azul is a medium blue thread (hex #637583, RGB 99, 117, 131). It shows up most in water and denim textures.
What is the DMC equivalent of Classic Colorworks Cool Azul?
The closest DMC match for Classic Colorworks Cool Azul is DMC 414 (Steel Grey dark) with a 72% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 931 (Antique Blue medium, 70%) and DMC 169 (Pewter light, 64%).
Which Classic Colorworks threads are close to Cool Azul?
The closest Classic Colorworks threads to Cool Azul are Blue Moon (ΔE 4.97), Blueberry Tart (ΔE 7.86), and Deep Blue Sea (ΔE 8.1). These are useful substitutes when Cool Azul is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Classic Colorworks Cool Azul good for?
Classic Colorworks Cool Azul is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring water, denim textures, cool-toned backgrounds, nautical themes. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with Cool Azul.
Does Classic Colorworks Cool Azul vary between dye lots?
Yes, mildly. Hand-dyed threads like Cool Azul 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.