431
Pinks family
Looking up Cosmo 431? It's a light pink shade (#DAA5B7 / RGB 218, 165, 183). 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 431
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 431
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 431
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Its nearest neighbor, Cosmo 432A, is barely a step away (ΔE 2.35). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 431
Cosmo threads that pair well with 431, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Cosmo 431 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Cosmo 431
Cosmo 431 is a light, moderately saturated shade from the pinks family with rose pink tones. Expect a easy and clean 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 431?
Cosmo 431 is a light pink shade (hex #DAA5B7, RGB 218, 165, 183) in the pinks family, commonly used for flamingo designs, tulip blooms, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Cosmo 431?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 431 is DMC 151 (Dusty Rose very light) with a 76% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3689 (Mauve light, 75%) and DMC 778 (Antique Mauve very light, 71%).
What's a good substitute for Cosmo 431?
The closest Cosmo threads to 431 are 432A (ΔE 2.35), 811 (ΔE 2.79), and 2221 (ΔE 4.43). These are useful substitutes when 431 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Cosmo 431?
Cross-stitchers pull Cosmo 431 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 431?
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, 431 has a contrast ratio of about 2.1:1 on white fabric and 10:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.