506
Pinks family
Looking up Cosmo 506? It's a medium pink shade (#B91D58 / RGB 185, 29, 88). Scroll down for Sullivans, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Cosmo alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 506
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 506
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 506
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
With its high saturation, Cosmo 506 draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
Cosmo 506 sits a hair from Cosmo 2242 (ΔE 2.93) — 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 506
Cosmo threads that pair well with 506, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Cosmo 506 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Cosmo 506
Meet Cosmo 506 — a vivid, medium hand-dyed thread in the pinks family with rose pink tones. The shade reads as vibrant and steady — a go-to choice for florals and skin tones. It also turns up in patterns built around romantic motifs and blush accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cosmo 506 — what color is it?
Cosmo 506 is a medium pink thread (hex #B91D58, RGB 185, 29, 88). It shows up most in peony petals and flamingo designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Cosmo 506?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 506 is DMC 3804 (Cyclamen Pink dark) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 601 (Cranberry dark, 85%) and DMC 600 (Cranberry very dark, 79%).
Which Cosmo threads are close to 506?
The closest Cosmo threads to 506 are 2242 (ΔE 2.93), 815 (ΔE 4.25), and 816A (ΔE 5.42). These are useful substitutes when 506 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Cosmo 506 good for?
Cosmo 506 is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring peony petals, flamingo designs, tulip blooms, cosmetics-themed designs. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 506.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 506?
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, 506 has a contrast ratio of about 6.2:1 on white fabric and 3.4:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.