Cosmo Embroidery Floss

763

Pinks family

Below: Cosmo 763, a medium, subdued pink shade with hex #88698A and RGB 136, 105, 138. Find its closest Gentle Art Sampler, Valdani, and Crescent Colours matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar Cosmo shades and a full set of color harmony picks.

Hex
#88698A
RGB
136, 105, 138
HSL
296°, 14%, 48%
Lab
48.5, 18.4, -13.4
Lightness
48%
Medium
Saturation
14%
Neutral
Hue
296°
Family
Pinks

Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 763

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

Cosmo 763

Sullivans

Grape Light 45434 61% Fair
Cocoa Light 45459 57% Fair
Antique Violet Light 45327 48% Fair
Lavender Dark 45041 42% Fair
Antique Mauve Medium 45057 40% Fair

Crescent Colours

Plum Paisley 149 67% Approx
Amethyst 001 58% Fair
Purple Toile 058 53% Fair
Lavender Louise 037 49% Fair
Aunt Marie's Violet 061 49% Fair

Similar Cosmo Colors to 763

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

Working with Cosmo 763

On white fabric
4.7:1
On dark fabric
4.4:1
Temperature
soft cool
Closest to
mauve

It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.

Blending & gradients

Cosmo 763 sits a hair from Cosmo 2762 (ΔE 3.08) — 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 763

Cosmo threads that pair well with 763, 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

Pinks Family

Cosmo 763 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.

About Cosmo 763

Cosmo 763 sits in the pinks family as a medium, subdued shade with orchid-toned tones. The restrained and earthy mood of this color makes it a natural fit for tulip blooms and cosmetics-themed designs. Expect to see it used in rose buds and florals across many cross-stitch charts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Cosmo 763 — what color is it?

Cosmo 763 is a medium pink thread (hex #88698A, RGB 136, 105, 138). It shows up most in cherry blossoms and ballet themes.

What is the DMC equivalent of Cosmo 763?

The closest DMC match for Cosmo 763 is DMC 3836 (Grape light) with a 67% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3042 (Antique Violet light, 57%) and DMC 28 (Medium Light Eggplant, 57%).

Which Cosmo threads are close to 763?

The closest Cosmo threads to 763 are 2762 (ΔE 3.08), 235 (ΔE 8.45), and 554 (ΔE 9.32). These are useful substitutes when 763 is unavailable or for building gradients.

What is Cosmo 763 good for?

Cosmo 763 is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cherry blossoms, ballet themes, baby projects, peony petals. 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 763.

What fabric color works best with Cosmo 763?

It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 763 has a contrast ratio of about 4.7:1 on white fabric and 4.4:1 on black. As a soft cool shade, its cool cast recedes visually — useful for backgrounds, shadows, water and sky, and calm, restful palettes.