Cosmo Embroidery Floss

637

Greens family

Cosmo 637 is a dark, muted green shade with hex code #2F3F23 and RGB values 47, 63, 35. Below you'll find the closest J&P Coates, Sullivans, and Classic Colorworks equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Cosmo shades and color harmony pairings.

Hex
#2F3F23
RGB
47, 63, 35
HSL
94°, 29%, 19%
Lab
24.6, -12.6, 15.1
Lightness
19%
Very dark
Saturation
29%
Muted
Hue
94°
Family
Greens

Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 637

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

Cosmo 637

Sullivans

Fern Green Dark 45117 85% Good
Hunter Green Very Dark 45248 80% Good
Hunter Green Dark 45342 76% Approx
Forest Green Very Dark 45307 75% Approx
Pine Green Dark 45348 72% Approx

Crescent Colours

English Ivy 179 79% Approx
Steamed Broccoli 181 65% Approx
Spinach 029 65% Approx
Blackbird 164 54% Fair
Erin Go Emerald 165 46% Fair

Similar Cosmo Colors to 637

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

Working with Cosmo 637

On white fabric
11.3:1
On dark fabric
1.9:1
Temperature
soft cool
Closest to
charcoal

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

Backstitch & outlines

Because it is so deep, Cosmo 637 holds its own as an outlining and lettering color where lighter threads would get lost against the fill.

Blending & gradients

Its nearest neighbor, Cosmo 2016, is barely a step away (ΔE 1.07). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.

Color Harmonies for Cosmo 637

Cosmo threads that pair well with 637, 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

Greens Family

Cosmo 637 in context with nearby shades from the greens color family.

About Cosmo 637

Cosmo 637 is a dark, muted shade from the greens family with yellow-green tones. This thread brings a dark and steady presence to projects featuring nature scenes or holiday projects. Look for it in charts that feature landscape details or ferns.

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is Cosmo 637?

Cosmo 637 is a dark green shade (hex #2F3F23, RGB 47, 63, 35) in the greens family, commonly used for shamrock designs, frog patterns, and similar motifs.

What's the closest DMC match for Cosmo 637?

The closest DMC match for Cosmo 637 is DMC 895 (Hunter Green very dark) with a 83% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3345 (Hunter Green dark, 78%) and DMC 520 (Fern Green dark, 76%).

What's a good substitute for Cosmo 637?

The closest Cosmo threads to 637 are 2016 (ΔE 1.07), 636 (ΔE 1.52), and 926 (ΔE 1.67). These are useful substitutes when 637 is unavailable or for building gradients.

What projects use Cosmo 637?

Cross-stitchers pull Cosmo 637 for charts featuring shamrock designs, frog patterns, moss textures, avocado themes. The dark tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.

Is Cosmo 637 good for backstitching and outlines?

Yes — very dark shades like 637 are among the most-used backstitch and outlining colors. Work it in a single strand over one for crisp edges, lettering, and fine detail.