221
Pinks family
Cosmo 221 is a very light, vivid pink shade with hex code #F4C1D9 and RGB values 244, 193, 217. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colours, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Cosmo shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 221
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar Cosmo Colors to 221
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 221
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
Cosmo 221 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.
Its nearest neighbor, Cosmo 2111, is barely a step away (ΔE 0.24). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 221
Cosmo threads that pair well with 221, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Cosmo 221 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Cosmo 221
A very light, vivid entry in the pinks family, that's Cosmo 221 with rose pink tones. Its fresh and luminous presence shines in cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds alike. Pull this thread for florals or skin tones when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Cosmo 221?
Cosmo 221 is a very light pink shade (hex #F4C1D9, RGB 244, 193, 217) in the pinks family, commonly used for ballet themes, baby projects, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Cosmo 221?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 221 is DMC 3689 (Mauve light) with a 69% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 963 (Dusty Rose ultra very light, 66%) and DMC 151 (Dusty Rose very light, 63%).
What's a good substitute for Cosmo 221?
The closest Cosmo threads to 221 are 2111 (ΔE 0.24), 2480 (ΔE 3.49), and 481A (ΔE 4.43). These are useful substitutes when 221 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Cosmo 221?
Cross-stitchers pull Cosmo 221 for charts featuring ballet themes, baby projects, peony petals, flamingo designs. The very light 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 221?
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground. For reference, 221 has a contrast ratio of about 1.6:1 on white fabric and 13.5:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.