Cool Azul
Grays family#738287
Classic Colorworks Cool Azul has hex #738287 and RGB 115, 130, 135. This medium, subdued gray 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
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
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.
Grays Family
Classic ColorworksCool Azul in context with nearby shades from the grays color family.
About Classic Colorworks Cool Azul
Meet Classic Colorworks Cool Azul — a subdued, medium hand-dyed thread in the grays family. Its tone is restrained and earthy, making it a popular choice for cobblestone paths and industrial designs. It pairs nicely in designs that call for wolf patterns or storm cloud accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Classic Colorworks Cool Azul — what color is it?
Classic Colorworks Cool Azul is a medium gray thread (hex #738287, RGB 115, 130, 135). It shows up most in outlines and urban scenes.
What is the DMC equivalent of Classic Colorworks Cool Azul?
The closest DMC match for Classic Colorworks Cool Azul is DMC 169 (Pewter light) with a 80% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 926 (Grey Green medium, 67%) and DMC 318 (Steel Grey light, 61%).
Which Classic Colorworks threads are close to Cool Azul?
The closest Classic Colorworks threads to Cool Azul are Baking Tin (ΔE 6.97), St. Bernard (ΔE 7.65), and Stormy Night (ΔE 8.01). 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 outlines, urban scenes, neutral backgrounds, castle walls. 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.