354
Pinks family
Looking up Cosmo 354? It's a light pink shade (#F287BC / RGB 242, 135, 188). 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 354
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 354
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 354
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Cosmo 354 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 113, is barely a step away (ΔE 1.16). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 354
Cosmo threads that pair well with 354, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Cosmo 354 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Cosmo 354
Cosmo 354 is a light, highly saturated shade from the pinks family with rose pink tones. Expect a fresh and easy look that suits skin tones, romantic motifs, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching blush accents or cherry blossoms.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Cosmo 354?
Cosmo 354 is a light pink shade (hex #F287BC, RGB 242, 135, 188) in the pinks family, commonly used for flamingo designs, tulip blooms, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Cosmo 354?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 354 is DMC 604 (Cranberry light) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 605 (Cranberry very light, 77%) and DMC 3609 (Plum ultra light, 74%).
What's a good substitute for Cosmo 354?
The closest Cosmo threads to 354 are 113 (ΔE 1.16), 501 (ΔE 2.23), and 222 (ΔE 4.3). These are useful substitutes when 354 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Cosmo 354?
Cross-stitchers pull Cosmo 354 for charts featuring flamingo designs, tulip blooms, cosmetics-themed designs, rose buds. The 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 354?
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, 354 has a contrast ratio of about 2.3:1 on white fabric and 9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.