2402
Oranges family
Looking up Cosmo 2402? It's a medium-light orange shade (#F29561 / RGB 242, 149, 97). Scroll down for Crescent Colours, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Cosmo alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 2402
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 2402
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 2402
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Cosmo 2402 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.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 2402
Cosmo threads that pair well with 2402, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Cosmo 2402 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Cosmo 2402
Cosmo 2402 is a medium-light, highly saturated shade from the oranges family with deep amber tones. Expect a fresh and confident look that suits sunsets, warm accents, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching seasonal designs or pumpkins.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Cosmo 2402?
Cosmo 2402 is a medium-light orange shade (hex #F29561, RGB 242, 149, 97) in the oranges family, commonly used for fox designs, fall harvest scenes, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Cosmo 2402?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 2402 is DMC 3825 (Pumpkin pale) with a 88% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 402 (Mahogany very light, 82%) and DMC 3854 (Autumn Gold medium, 73%).
What's a good substitute for Cosmo 2402?
The closest Cosmo threads to 2402 are 2341 (ΔE 5.08), 752 (ΔE 6.03), and 146 (ΔE 6.42). These are useful substitutes when 2402 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Cosmo 2402?
Cross-stitchers pull Cosmo 2402 for charts featuring fox designs, fall harvest scenes, monarch butterflies, persimmon patterns. The medium-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 2402?
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, 2402 has a contrast ratio of about 2.3:1 on white fabric and 9.2:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.