323
Greens family
Looking up Cosmo 323? It's a light green shade (#CCE08B / RGB 204, 224, 139). 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 323
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 323
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 323
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
Cosmo 323 sits a hair from Cosmo 116 (ΔE 1.89) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 323
Cosmo threads that pair well with 323, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Greens Family
Cosmo 323 in context with nearby shades from the greens color family.
About Cosmo 323
Cosmo 323 sits in the greens family as a light, vivid shade with yellow-green tones. Expect a gentle and clear look that suits frog patterns, moss textures, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching avocado themes or foliage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cosmo 323 — what color is it?
Cosmo 323 is a light green thread (hex #CCE08B, RGB 204, 224, 139). It shows up most in ferns and herb gardens.
What is the DMC equivalent of Cosmo 323?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 323 is DMC 15 (Apple Green) with a 84% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 772 (Yellow Green very light, 80%) and DMC 14 (Pale Apple Green, 70%).
Which Cosmo threads are close to 323?
The closest Cosmo threads to 323 are 116 (ΔE 1.89), 629 (ΔE 3.34), and 2323 (ΔE 3.67). These are useful substitutes when 323 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Cosmo 323 good for?
Cosmo 323 is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring ferns, herb gardens, forest canopies, cactus motifs. Its light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 323.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 323?
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, 323 has a contrast ratio of about 1.4:1 on white fabric and 14.6:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.