Cosmo Embroidery Floss

2154

Grays family

Looking up Cosmo 2154? It's a medium-dark gray shade (#545358 / RGB 84, 83, 88). Scroll down for Crescent Colours, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Cosmo alternatives and curated color harmonies.

Hex
#545358
RGB
84, 83, 88
HSL
252°, 3%, 34%
Lab
35.5, 1.5, -2.8
Lightness
34%
Dark
Saturation
3%
Neutral
Hue
252°
Family
Grays

Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 2154

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

Cosmo 2154

Sullivans

Pewter Grey 45058 79% Approx
Beaver Grey Very Dark 45151 68% Approx
Steel Grey Dark 45090 65% Approx
Grey Green Dark 45384 61% Fair
Ash Grey Very Light 45121 61% Fair

Crescent Colours

Tartan Plaid 073 60% Fair
Plymouth Rock 163 60% Fair
Deep Fennel 053 58% Fair
Blue Moon 005 54% Fair
Smoke 039 51% Fair

Similar Cosmo Colors to 2154

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

Working with Cosmo 2154

On white fabric
7.6:1
On dark fabric
2.8:1
Temperature
neutral
Closest to
plum

It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.

Color Harmonies for Cosmo 2154

Cosmo threads that pair well with 2154, 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

Grays Family

Cosmo 2154 in context with nearby shades from the grays color family.

About Cosmo 2154

Cosmo 2154 sits in the grays family as a medium-dark, subdued shade. Expect a somber and rich look that suits storm cloud accents, slate textures, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching rabbit fur or shading.

Frequently Asked Questions

Cosmo 2154 — what color is it?

Cosmo 2154 is a medium-dark gray thread (hex #545358, RGB 84, 83, 88). It shows up most in castle walls and elephant motifs.

What is the DMC equivalent of Cosmo 2154?

The closest DMC match for Cosmo 2154 is DMC 317 (Pewter Grey) with a 79% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 04 (Dark Tin, 66%) and DMC 413 (Pewter Grey dark, 64%).

Which Cosmo threads are close to 2154?

The closest Cosmo threads to 2154 are 2020 (ΔE 4.44), 155 (ΔE 4.9), and 894 (ΔE 6.12). These are useful substitutes when 2154 is unavailable or for building gradients.

What is Cosmo 2154 good for?

Cosmo 2154 is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring castle walls, elephant motifs, cobblestone paths, industrial designs. Its medium-dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2154.

What fabric color works best with Cosmo 2154?

It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first. For reference, 2154 has a contrast ratio of about 7.6:1 on white fabric and 2.8:1 on black. As a neutral shade, as a near-neutral, it plays quietly with almost any palette and works well as a background or shading tone.