Cosmo Embroidery Floss

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.

Hex
#CCE08B
RGB
204, 224, 139
HSL
74°, 58%, 71%
Lab
86.0, -20.0, 39.4
Lightness
71%
Light
Saturation
58%
Rich
Hue
74°
Family
Greens

Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 323

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

Cosmo 323

Sullivans

Yellow Green Very Light 45194 70% Approx
Pistachio Green Very Light 45082 59% Fair
Golden Yellow Very Light 45336 58% Fair
Moss Green Very Light 45480 56% Fair
Lemon Light 45100 55% Fair

Crescent Colours

Lemon Lime 019 58% Fair
Baby Chick 002 47% Fair
Tomatillo 074 30% Fair
Summer Spray 088 30% Fair
Peach Sherbet 023 28% Fair

Similar Cosmo Colors to 323

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

Working with Cosmo 323

On white fabric
1.4:1
On dark fabric
14.6:1
Temperature
warm
Closest to
beige

It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.

Blending & gradients

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.

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

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.