673
Yellows family
Need details on Cosmo 673? This medium-dark, moderately saturated yellow hand-dyed shade is hex #858F37, RGB 133, 143, 55. Cross-brand equivalents in Anchor, Madeira, and J&P Coates are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Cosmo shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 673
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 673
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 673
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 673
Cosmo threads that pair well with 673, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Yellows Family
Cosmo 673 in context with nearby shades from the yellows color family.
About Cosmo 673
Cosmo 673 sits in the yellows family as a medium-dark, moderately saturated shade with lemon-toned tones. With a rich and grounded quality, this thread works beautifully in rubber duck designs and bumblebee patterns. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring canary themes and sunflowers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cosmo 673 — what color is it?
Cosmo 673 is a medium-dark yellow thread (hex #858F37, RGB 133, 143, 55). It shows up most in stars and honey themes.
What is the DMC equivalent of Cosmo 673?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 673 is DMC 471 (Avocado Green very light) with a 71% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3364 (Pine Green, 64%) and DMC 581 (Moss Green, 64%).
Which Cosmo threads are close to 673?
The closest Cosmo threads to 673 are 823 (ΔE 6.34), 684 (ΔE 6.55), and 2631 (ΔE 7.14). These are useful substitutes when 673 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Cosmo 673 good for?
Cosmo 673 is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring stars, honey themes, wheat fields, daffodils. Its medium-dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 673.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 673?
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, 673 has a contrast ratio of about 3.5:1 on white fabric and 6:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.