464
Reds family
Need details on Cosmo 464? This medium, moderately saturated red hand-dyed shade is hex #AE534F, RGB 174, 83, 79. 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 464
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 464
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 464
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 464
Cosmo threads that pair well with 464, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
Cosmo 464 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About Cosmo 464
Cosmo 464 is a medium, moderately saturated shade from the reds family with true red tones. With a balanced and warm quality, this thread works beautifully in cardinal birds and apple motifs. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring ladybug designs and barn scenes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Cosmo 464?
Cosmo 464 is a medium red shade (hex #AE534F, RGB 174, 83, 79) in the reds family, commonly used for holiday designs, bold accents, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Cosmo 464?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 464 is DMC 356 (Terra Cotta medium) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3328 (Salmon dark, 75%) and DMC 223 (Shell Pink light, 69%).
What's a good substitute for Cosmo 464?
The closest Cosmo threads to 464 are 855 (ΔE 6.13), 465 (ΔE 6.35), and 106 (ΔE 7.1). These are useful substitutes when 464 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Cosmo 464?
Cross-stitchers pull Cosmo 464 for charts featuring holiday designs, bold accents, berries, valentines. The medium 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 464?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 464 has a contrast ratio of about 5.1:1 on white fabric and 4.1:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.