335 — Rose
Reds family
Looking up DMC 335? It's Rose, a medium red shade (#D44464 / RGB 212, 68, 100). Scroll down for Cosmo, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close DMC alternatives and curated color harmonies.
Brand Equivalents for DMC 335
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
Anchor
Madeira
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar DMC Colors to 335
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 335
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Because DMC 961 (Dusty Rose dark) is so near (ΔE 2.72), the pair makes a natural two-step gradient — handy for shading skin, petals, or skies without a hard seam.
Color Harmonies for DMC 335
DMC threads that pair well with 335, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
DMC 335 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About DMC 335
DMC 335 is the floss known as Rose: a vivid, medium member of the reds family with warm crimson tones. The shade reads as rich and lively — a go-to choice for apple motifs and ladybug designs. It also turns up in patterns built around barn scenes and tomato patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does DMC 335 look like?
DMC 335 (Rose) is a medium shade in the reds family with hex #D44464 and RGB 212, 68, 100. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring bold accents and berries.
Which Anchor thread matches DMC 335?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 335 (Rose) is Anchor 35 (Pink Bright Dark) with a 91% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 41 (Rose Dark, 86%) and Anchor 28 (Baby Pink Very Dark, 79%).
What DMC colors are similar to 335?
The closest DMC threads to 335 are 961 Dusty Rose dark (ΔE 2.72), 3833 Raspberry light (ΔE 3.13), and 3731 Dusty Rose very dark (ΔE 4.35). These are useful substitutes when 335 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use DMC 335?
Reach for DMC 335 (Rose) when your project calls for bold accents, berries, valentines, poppies. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 335.
What fabric color works best with DMC 335 (Rose)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 335 has a contrast ratio of about 4.4:1 on white fabric and 4.8:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.