472
Pinks family#C1AEAE
Below: Cosmo 472, a light, subdued pink shade with hex #C1AEAE and RGB 193, 174, 174. Find its closest Madeira, J&P Coates, and Sullivans matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Cosmo shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
About Cosmo 472
Cosmo No. 25 embroidery floss
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Sold as
- about 8 m
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 472
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar Cosmo Colors to 472
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 472
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 472
Cosmo threads that pair well with 472, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Cosmo472 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Cosmo 472
A subdued, light member of the pinks family, Cosmo 472 is a hand-dyed floss. The soft and gentle character of this shade lends itself well to romantic motifs and blush accents. Stitchers frequently choose it for cherry blossoms and ballet themes in their projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cosmo 472 look like?
Cosmo 472 is a light shade in the pinks family with hex #C1AEAE and RGB 193, 174, 174. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring tulip blooms and cosmetics-themed designs.
Which DMC thread matches Cosmo 472?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 472 is DMC 453 (Shell Grey light) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3743 (Antique Violet very light, 67%) and DMC 05 (Light Driftwood, 66%).
What Cosmo colors are similar to 472?
The closest Cosmo threads to 472 are 473 (ΔE 4.55), 380 (ΔE 4.75), and 232 (ΔE 6.5). These are useful substitutes when 472 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use Cosmo 472?
Reach for Cosmo 472 when your project calls for tulip blooms, cosmetics-themed designs, rose buds, florals. Its light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 472.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 472?
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, 472 has a contrast ratio of about 2.1:1 on white fabric and 9.9:1 on black. As a soft warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.