253
Blues family
Looking up Cosmo 253? It's a medium blue shade (#598FB0 / RGB 89, 143, 176). 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 253
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 253
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 253
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 253
Cosmo threads that pair well with 253, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Blues Family
Cosmo 253 in context with nearby shades from the blues color family.
About Cosmo 253
Cosmo 253 sits in the blues family as a medium, moderately saturated shade with sky blue tones. Expect a steady and rich look that suits cool-toned backgrounds, nautical themes, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching winter scenes or forget-me-nots.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cosmo 253 — what color is it?
Cosmo 253 is a medium blue thread (hex #598FB0, RGB 89, 143, 176). It shows up most in porcelain patterns and hydrangea blooms.
What is the DMC equivalent of Cosmo 253?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 253 is DMC 809 (Delft Blue) with a 86% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 518 (Wedgewood light, 73%) and DMC 3755 (Baby Blue, 73%).
Which Cosmo threads are close to 253?
The closest Cosmo threads to 253 are 2026 (ΔE 3.64), 2253 (ΔE 5.71), and 164 (ΔE 5.81). These are useful substitutes when 253 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Cosmo 253 good for?
Cosmo 253 is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring porcelain patterns, hydrangea blooms, skies, water. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 253.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 253?
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, 253 has a contrast ratio of about 3.5:1 on white fabric and 6:1 on black. As a cool shade, its cool cast recedes visually — useful for backgrounds, shadows, water and sky, and calm, restful palettes.