Sunset
Reds family#D45249
Below: Classic Colorworks Sunset, a medium-light, vivid red shade with hex #D45249 and RGB 212, 82, 73. Find its closest Gentle Art Sampler, Valdani, and Crescent Colors matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Classic Colorworks shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
Brand Equivalents for Classic Colorworks Sunset
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 Sunset
Closest Classic Colorworks threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Classic Colorworks Sunset
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 Sunset are never perfectly flat; expect soft variegation. Stock up in a single dye lot up front, since later batches can read noticeably different.
Classic Colorworks Sunset sits a hair from Classic Colorworks Persimmon (ΔE 2.27) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for Classic Colorworks Sunset
Classic Colorworks threads that pair well with Sunset, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Classic ColorworksSunset in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Classic Colorworks Sunset
Classic Colorworks Sunset sits in the reds family as a medium-light, vivid shade with true red tones. The crisp and versatile mood of this color makes it a natural fit for ladybug designs and barn scenes. Expect to see it used in tomato patterns and roses across many cross-stitch charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Classic Colorworks Sunset — what color is it?
Classic Colorworks Sunset is a medium-light red thread (hex #D45249, RGB 212, 82, 73). It shows up most in berries and valentines.
What is the DMC equivalent of Classic Colorworks Sunset?
The closest DMC match for Classic Colorworks Sunset is DMC 351 (Coral) with a 89% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3712 (Salmon medium, 74%) and DMC 21 (Light Alizarin, 73%).
Which Classic Colorworks threads are close to Sunset?
The closest Classic Colorworks threads to Sunset are Persimmon (ΔE 2.27), Shrimp Cocktail (ΔE 3.95), and Storm Lake Sunrise (ΔE 8.16). These are useful substitutes when Sunset is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Classic Colorworks Sunset good for?
Classic Colorworks Sunset is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring berries, valentines, poppies, cardinal birds. 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 Sunset.
Does Classic Colorworks Sunset vary between dye lots?
Some. As a hand-dyed floss, Sunset 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.