Cosmo Embroidery Floss

602

Blues family

Looking up Cosmo 602? It's a dark blue shade (#15192E / RGB 21, 25, 46). Scroll down for Crescent Colours, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Cosmo alternatives and curated color harmonies.

Hex
#15192E
RGB
21, 25, 46
HSL
230°, 37%, 13%
Lab
9.4, 5.2, -14.7
Lightness
13%
Very dark
Saturation
37%
Muted
Hue
230°
Family
Blues

Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 602

Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works

Cosmo 602

Sullivans

Navy Blue Very Dark 45281 72% Approx
Antique Blue Very Dark 45375 71% Approx
Navy Blue Dark 45224 71% Approx
Navy Blue 45069 63% Fair
Navy Blue Medium 45054 57% Fair

Crescent Colours

Purple Aster 070 69% Approx
Wavy Navy 075 66% Approx
Black Coffee 004 43% Fair
Tartan Plaid 073 34% Fair
Nighty Nite 160 27% Fair

Similar Cosmo Colors to 602

Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.

Working with Cosmo 602

On white fabric
17.3:1
On dark fabric
1.2:1
Temperature
cool
Closest to
navy

It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.

Backstitch & outlines

Very dark shades like Cosmo 602 are workhorses for backstitch outlines, lettering, and fine detail — the depth reads cleanly at a single strand over one.

Blending & gradients

Because Cosmo 669A is so near (ΔE 1.77), the pair makes a natural two-step gradient — handy for shading skin, petals, or skies without a hard seam.

Color Harmonies for Cosmo 602

Cosmo threads that pair well with 602, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.

Complementary
Opposite on the color wheel — maximum contrast
Analogous
Adjacent hues — smooth, natural transitions
Triadic
Evenly spaced at 120° — vibrant and balanced
Monochromatic
Same hue, different lightness — great for shading

Blues Family

Cosmo 602 in context with nearby shades from the blues color family.

About Cosmo 602

Cosmo 602 is a dark, moderately saturated shade in the blues family with true blue tones. Expect a bold and dramatic look that suits winter scenes, forget-me-nots, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching bluebird motifs or whale designs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Cosmo 602 look like?

Cosmo 602 is a dark shade in the blues family with hex #15192E and RGB 21, 25, 46. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring skies and water.

Which DMC thread matches Cosmo 602?

The closest DMC match for Cosmo 602 is DMC 939 (Navy Blue very dark) with a 88% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 823 (Navy Blue dark, 84%) and DMC 336 (Navy Blue, 61%).

What Cosmo colors are similar to 602?

The closest Cosmo threads to 602 are 669A (ΔE 1.77), 169 (ΔE 3.73), and 603 (ΔE 7.02). These are useful substitutes when 602 is unavailable or for building gradients.

When should I use Cosmo 602?

Reach for Cosmo 602 when your project calls for skies, water, denim textures, cool-toned backgrounds. Its dark character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 602.

Is Cosmo 602 good for backstitching and outlines?

Yes — very dark shades like 602 are among the most-used backstitch and outlining colors. Work it in a single strand over one for crisp edges, lettering, and fine detail.