499
Pinks family
Cosmo 499 has hex #F1A8D0 and RGB 241, 168, 208. This light, vivid pink thread sits alongside its closest Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Art Sampler matches below, with 8 similar Cosmo shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 499
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 499
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 499
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 499 draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Cosmo 499 sits a hair from Cosmo 112 (ΔE 1.04) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 499
Cosmo threads that pair well with 499, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Cosmo 499 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Cosmo 499
Cosmo 499 sits in the pinks family as a light, vivid shade with rose pink tones. It has a gentle and clear feel that suits blush accents and cherry blossoms particularly well. Designers often pair this shade with ballet themes or baby projects for balanced palettes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cosmo 499 — what color is it?
Cosmo 499 is a light pink thread (hex #F1A8D0, RGB 241, 168, 208). It shows up most in cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds.
What is the DMC equivalent of Cosmo 499?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 499 is DMC 605 (Cranberry very light) with a 73% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3689 (Mauve light, 73%) and DMC 153 (Violet very light, 70%).
Which Cosmo threads are close to 499?
The closest Cosmo threads to 499 are 112 (ΔE 1.04), 353 (ΔE 2.95), and 481A (ΔE 3.2). These are useful substitutes when 499 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Cosmo 499 good for?
Cosmo 499 is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cosmetics-themed designs, rose buds, florals, skin tones. 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 499.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 499?
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, 499 has a contrast ratio of about 1.9:1 on white fabric and 11.3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.