Classic Colorworks Belle Soie

Secondhand Rose

Pinks family

Looking up Classic Colorworks Secondhand Rose? It's a medium pink shade (#A35C77 / RGB 163, 92, 119). Scroll down for Crescent Colours, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Classic Colorworks alternatives and curated color harmonies.

Hex
#A35C77
RGB
163, 92, 119
HSL
337°, 28%, 50%
Lab
48.0, 32.5, -2.5
Lightness
50%
Medium
Saturation
28%
Muted
Hue
337°
Family
Pinks

Brand Equivalents for Classic Colorworks Secondhand Rose

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

Classic Colorworks Secondhand Rose

Similar Classic Colorworks Colors to Secondhand Rose

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

Working with Classic Colorworks Secondhand Rose

On white fabric
4.8:1
On dark fabric
4.4:1
Temperature
soft warm
Closest to
mauve

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 Secondhand Rose 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 Secondhand Rose

Classic Colorworks threads that pair well with Secondhand Rose, 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

Pinks Family

Classic Colorworks Secondhand Rose in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.

About Classic Colorworks Secondhand Rose

Classic Colorworks Secondhand Rose is a medium, muted shade in the pinks family with rose pink tones. Expect a warm and grounded look that suits rose buds, florals, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching skin tones or romantic motifs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Classic Colorworks Secondhand Rose look like?

Classic Colorworks Secondhand Rose is a medium shade in the pinks family with hex #A35C77 and RGB 163, 92, 119. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring baby projects and peony petals.

Which DMC thread matches Classic Colorworks Secondhand Rose?

The closest DMC match for Classic Colorworks Secondhand Rose is DMC 316 (Antique Mauve medium) with a 74% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3836 (Grape light, 64%) and DMC 3687 (Mauve, 60%).

What Classic Colorworks colors are similar to Secondhand Rose?

The closest Classic Colorworks threads to Secondhand Rose are House Wine (ΔE 3.73), Cayenne (ΔE 3.77), and Prickly Pear (ΔE 5.35). These are useful substitutes when Secondhand Rose is unavailable or for building gradients.

When should I use Classic Colorworks Secondhand Rose?

Reach for Classic Colorworks Secondhand Rose when your project calls for baby projects, peony petals, flamingo designs, tulip blooms. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to Secondhand Rose.

Does Classic Colorworks Secondhand Rose vary between dye lots?

Some. As a hand-dyed floss, Secondhand Rose 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.