462
Reds family
Looking up Cosmo 462? It's a medium-light red shade (#D28984 / RGB 210, 137, 132). 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 462
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 462
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 462
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 462
Cosmo threads that pair well with 462, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Cosmo 462 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Cosmo 462
Cosmo 462 is a medium-light, moderately saturated shade in the reds family with true red tones. Expect a balanced and versatile look that suits valentines, poppies, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching cardinal birds or apple motifs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cosmo 462 look like?
Cosmo 462 is a medium-light shade in the reds family with hex #D28984 and RGB 210, 137, 132. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring roses and hearts.
Which DMC thread matches Cosmo 462?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 462 is DMC 224 (Shell Pink very light) with a 91% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 152 (Shell Pink medium light, 82%) and DMC 760 (Salmon, 68%).
What Cosmo colors are similar to 462?
The closest Cosmo threads to 462 are 441 (ΔE 6.14), 461 (ΔE 6.79), and 853 (ΔE 7.12). These are useful substitutes when 462 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Cosmo 462?
Reach for Cosmo 462 when your project calls for roses, hearts, holiday designs, bold accents. Its medium-light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 462.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 462?
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, 462 has a contrast ratio of about 2.7:1 on white fabric and 7.7:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.