Classic Colorworks Belle Soie

Persimmon

Reds family

Looking up Classic Colorworks Persimmon? It's a medium red shade (#B85048 / RGB 184, 80, 72). Scroll down for Crescent Colours, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Classic Colorworks alternatives and curated color harmonies.

Hex
#B85048
RGB
184, 80, 72
HSL
4°, 44%, 50%
Lab
47.5, 41.5, 25.6
Lightness
50%
Medium
Saturation
44%
Muted
Hue
Family
Reds

Brand Equivalents for Classic Colorworks Persimmon

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

Classic Colorworks Persimmon

Sullivans

Rosewood Light 45457 79% Approx
Terra Cotta Light 45391 79% Approx
Terra Cotta Medium 45079 74% Approx
Desert Sand 45334 72% Approx
Salmon Dark 45339 70% Approx

Crescent Colours

Crab Cakes 080 83% Good
Red Currant 182 80% Good
Calico Kitty 096 74% Approx
Candied Yams 006 70% Approx
Tennesee Red Clay 131 68% Approx

Similar Classic Colorworks Colors to Persimmon

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

Working with Classic Colorworks Persimmon

On white fabric
4.9:1
On dark fabric
4.3:1
Temperature
warm
Closest to
rust

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

Hand-dyed notes

As a hand-dyed floss, Classic Colorworks Persimmon varies gently within and between skeins — that is the charm. Reserve one dye lot per project and avoid stitching in strict rows to keep the mottling even.

Color Harmonies for Classic Colorworks Persimmon

Classic Colorworks threads that pair well with Persimmon, 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

Reds Family

Classic Colorworks Persimmon in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.

About Classic Colorworks Persimmon

Classic Colorworks Persimmon is a medium, moderately saturated shade in the reds family with true red tones. Expect a rich and warm look that suits valentines, poppies, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching cardinal birds or apple motifs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Classic Colorworks Persimmon look like?

Classic Colorworks Persimmon is a medium shade in the reds family with hex #B85048 and RGB 184, 80, 72. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring roses and hearts.

Which DMC thread matches Classic Colorworks Persimmon?

The closest DMC match for Classic Colorworks Persimmon is DMC 356 (Terra Cotta medium) with a 88% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3328 (Salmon dark, 76%) and DMC 21 (Light Alizarin, 70%).

What Classic Colorworks colors are similar to Persimmon?

The closest Classic Colorworks threads to Persimmon are Sunset (ΔE 4.3), Shamrock (ΔE 4.98), and Copper Penny (ΔE 7.38). These are useful substitutes when Persimmon is unavailable or for building gradients.

When should I use Classic Colorworks Persimmon?

Reach for Classic Colorworks Persimmon when your project calls for roses, hearts, holiday designs, bold accents. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to Persimmon.

Does Classic Colorworks Persimmon vary between dye lots?

Some. As a hand-dyed floss, Persimmon shifts subtly skein to skein — that gentle variegation is the appeal. Buy enough for a project in one dye lot and stitch in a random order to blend any variation.