405
Reds family
Looking up Cosmo 405? It's a medium red shade (#DA4125 / RGB 218, 65, 37). Scroll down for Sullivans, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Cosmo alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 405
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 405
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 405
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Saturated shades like Cosmo 405 punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 405
Cosmo threads that pair well with 405, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Cosmo 405 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Cosmo 405
A vivid, medium member of the reds family, Cosmo 405 is a hand-dyed floss with red-orange tones. The shade reads as rich and lively — a go-to choice for holiday designs and bold accents. It also turns up in patterns built around berries and valentines.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cosmo 405 look like?
Cosmo 405 is a medium shade in the reds family with hex #DA4125 and RGB 218, 65, 37. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring ladybug designs and barn scenes.
Which DMC thread matches Cosmo 405?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 405 is DMC 720 (Orange Spice dark) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 606 (Burnt Orange-Red, 77%) and DMC 946 (Burnt Orange medium, 74%).
What Cosmo colors are similar to 405?
The closest Cosmo threads to 405 are 757 (ΔE 3.82), 2186 (ΔE 3.89), and 758 (ΔE 4.26). These are useful substitutes when 405 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Cosmo 405?
Reach for Cosmo 405 when your project calls for ladybug designs, barn scenes, tomato patterns, roses. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 405.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 405?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 405 has a contrast ratio of about 4.4:1 on white fabric and 4.8:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.