445A
Reds family
Cosmo 445A is a medium-light, highly saturated red shade with hex code #EC3F35 and RGB values 236, 63, 53. 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 445A
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 445A
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 445A
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Cosmo 445A 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 757, is barely a step away (ΔE 1.76). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 445A
Cosmo threads that pair well with 445A, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Cosmo 445A in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Cosmo 445A
Cosmo 445A is a medium-light, highly saturated shade from the reds family with true red tones. This thread brings a fresh and confident presence to projects featuring cardinal birds or apple motifs. Look for it in charts that feature ladybug designs or barn scenes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Cosmo 445A?
Cosmo 445A is a medium-light red shade (hex #EC3F35, RGB 236, 63, 53) in the reds family, commonly used for holiday designs, bold accents, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Cosmo 445A?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 445A is DMC 351 (Coral) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 606 (Burnt Orange-Red, 76%) and DMC 946 (Burnt Orange medium, 74%).
What's a good substitute for Cosmo 445A?
The closest Cosmo threads to 445A are 757 (ΔE 1.76), 758 (ΔE 2.87), and 444A (ΔE 3.42). These are useful substitutes when 445A is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Cosmo 445A?
Cross-stitchers pull Cosmo 445A for charts featuring holiday designs, bold accents, berries, valentines. The medium-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 445A?
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, 445A has a contrast ratio of about 3.9:1 on white fabric and 5.3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.