440
Reds family
Need details on Cosmo 440? This light, highly saturated red hand-dyed shade is hex #F6A6A1, RGB 246, 166, 161. Cross-brand equivalents in Anchor, Madeira, and J&P Coates are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Cosmo shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 440
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 440
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 440
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
With its high saturation, Cosmo 440 draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 440
Cosmo threads that pair well with 440, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Cosmo 440 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Cosmo 440
Cosmo 440 sits in the reds family as a light, highly saturated shade with true red tones. With a gentle and clear quality, this thread works beautifully in ladybug designs and barn scenes. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring tomato patterns and roses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cosmo 440 — what color is it?
Cosmo 440 is a light red thread (hex #F6A6A1, RGB 246, 166, 161). It shows up most in berries and valentines.
What is the DMC equivalent of Cosmo 440?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 440 is DMC 761 (Salmon light) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 776 (Pink Medium, 82%) and DMC 353 (Peach, 74%).
Which Cosmo threads are close to 440?
The closest Cosmo threads to 440 are 461 (ΔE 4.11), 852 (ΔE 4.25), and 851 (ΔE 4.68). These are useful substitutes when 440 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Cosmo 440 good for?
Cosmo 440 is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring berries, valentines, poppies, cardinal birds. 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 440.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 440?
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, 440 has a contrast ratio of about 1.9:1 on white fabric and 10.9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.