404
Reds family
Cosmo 404 is a medium, vivid red shade with hex code #E6532D and RGB values 230, 83, 45. Below you'll find the closest J&P Coates, Sullivans, and Classic Colorworks equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Cosmo shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 404
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 404
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 404
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Cosmo 404 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 754, is barely a step away (ΔE 1.9). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 404
Cosmo threads that pair well with 404, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Cosmo 404 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Cosmo 404
Cosmo 404 is a medium, vivid shade from the reds family with red-orange tones. This thread brings a confident and warm presence to projects featuring hearts or holiday designs. Look for it in charts that feature bold accents or berries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Cosmo 404?
Cosmo 404 is a medium red shade (hex #E6532D, RGB 230, 83, 45) in the reds family, commonly used for apple motifs, ladybug designs, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Cosmo 404?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 404 is DMC 946 (Burnt Orange medium) with a 83% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 721 (Orange Spice medium, 82%) and DMC 922 (Copper light, 80%).
What's a good substitute for Cosmo 404?
The closest Cosmo threads to 404 are 754 (ΔE 1.9), 186 (ΔE 4.55), and 405 (ΔE 4.99). These are useful substitutes when 404 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Cosmo 404?
Cross-stitchers pull Cosmo 404 for charts featuring apple motifs, ladybug designs, barn scenes, tomato patterns. The medium 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 404?
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, 404 has a contrast ratio of about 3.7:1 on white fabric and 5.6:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.