Cosmo Embroidery Floss

115A

Pinks family

Cosmo 115A has hex #E63270 and RGB 230, 50, 112. This medium, vivid pink thread sits alongside its closest Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Art Sampler matches below, with 8 similar Cosmo shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.

Hex
#E63270
RGB
230, 50, 112
HSL
339°, 78%, 55%
Lab
52.1, 70.4, 9.2
Lightness
55%
Medium
Saturation
78%
Rich
Hue
339°
Family
Pinks

Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 115A

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

Cosmo 115A

Similar Cosmo Colors to 115A

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

Working with Cosmo 115A

On white fabric
4.2:1
On dark fabric
5.1:1
Temperature
warm
Closest to
magenta

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

Bold accents & focal points

Cosmo 115A is vivid enough to carry a focal point; use it sparingly for accents so it stays the star rather than competing across the whole piece.

Blending & gradients

Its nearest neighbor, Cosmo 2001, is barely a step away (ΔE 1.13). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.

Color Harmonies for Cosmo 115A

Cosmo threads that pair well with 115A, 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

Cosmo 115A in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.

About Cosmo 115A

Cosmo 115A is a medium, vivid shade from the pinks family with rose pink tones. It has a confident and warm feel that suits skin tones and romantic motifs particularly well. Designers often pair this shade with blush accents or cherry blossoms for balanced palettes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is Cosmo 115A?

Cosmo 115A is a medium pink shade (hex #E63270, RGB 230, 50, 112) in the pinks family, commonly used for flamingo designs, tulip blooms, and similar motifs.

What's the closest DMC match for Cosmo 115A?

The closest DMC match for Cosmo 115A is DMC 602 (Cranberry medium) with a 83% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 961 (Dusty Rose dark, 83%) and DMC 335 (Rose, 78%).

What's a good substitute for Cosmo 115A?

The closest Cosmo threads to 115A are 2001 (ΔE 1.13), 205A (ΔE 2.66), and 2114 (ΔE 3.91). These are useful substitutes when 115A is unavailable or for building gradients.

What projects use Cosmo 115A?

Cross-stitchers pull Cosmo 115A for charts featuring flamingo designs, tulip blooms, cosmetics-themed designs, rose buds. The medium tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.

What fabric color works best with Cosmo 115A?

It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 115A has a contrast ratio of about 4.2:1 on white fabric and 5.1:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.