766
Pinks family
Cosmo 766 has hex #422D47 and RGB 66, 45, 71. This dark, muted pink thread sits alongside its closest DMC, Anchor, and Madeira matches below, with 8 similar Cosmo shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
Brand Equivalents for Cosmo 766
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 766
Closest Cosmo threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Cosmo 766
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground.
Color Harmonies for Cosmo 766
Cosmo threads that pair well with 766, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Cosmo 766 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Cosmo 766
Meet Cosmo 766 — a muted, dark hand-dyed thread in the pinks family with orchid-toned tones. Its tone is dramatic and quiet, making it a popular choice for florals and skin tones. It pairs nicely in designs that call for romantic motifs or blush accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cosmo 766 — what color is it?
Cosmo 766 is a dark pink thread (hex #422D47, RGB 66, 45, 71). It shows up most in peony petals and flamingo designs.
What is the DMC equivalent of Cosmo 766?
The closest DMC match for Cosmo 766 is DMC 29 (Eggplant) with a 69% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 35 (Very Dark Fuchsia, 63%) and DMC 3834 (Grape dark, 60%).
Which Cosmo threads are close to 766?
The closest Cosmo threads to 766 are 765 (ΔE 4), 557 (ΔE 7.31), and 2029 (ΔE 7.77). These are useful substitutes when 766 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Cosmo 766 good for?
Cosmo 766 is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring peony petals, flamingo designs, tulip blooms, cosmetics-themed designs. Its dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 766.
What fabric color works best with Cosmo 766?
It pops on white and light fabric but nearly disappears on black, so pair it with a light or neutral ground. For reference, 766 has a contrast ratio of about 12.4:1 on white fabric and 1.7:1 on black. As a soft cool shade, its cool cast recedes visually — useful for backgrounds, shadows, water and sky, and calm, restful palettes.