353 — Peach
Reds family
DMC 353 (Peach) is a light, highly saturated red shade with hex code #FEA693 and RGB values 254, 166, 147. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colours, and Anchor equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar DMC shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for DMC 353
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 353
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 353
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
With its high saturation, DMC 353 (Peach) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
DMC 353 (Peach) sits a hair from DMC 3824 (Apricot light) (ΔE 1.68) — 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 DMC 353
DMC threads that pair well with 353, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
DMC 353 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About DMC 353
Meet DMC 353, Peach — a highly saturated, light thread in the reds family with red-orange tones. Its gentle and clear presence shines in roses and hearts alike. Pull this thread for holiday designs or bold accents when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
DMC 353 — what color is it?
The color of DMC 353 is Peach — a light red thread (hex #FEA693, RGB 254, 166, 147). It shows up most in cardinal birds and apple motifs.
What is the Anchor equivalent of DMC 353?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 353 (Peach) is Anchor 8 (Peach Light) with a 82% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 336 (Mahogany Ultra Very Light, 74%) and Anchor 882 (Antique Mahogany Light, 74%).
Which DMC threads are close to 353?
The closest DMC threads to 353 are 3824 Apricot light (ΔE 1.68), 3779 Terra Cotta ultra very light (ΔE 4.11), and 754 Peach light (ΔE 5.06). These are useful substitutes when 353 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is DMC 353 good for?
DMC 353 (Peach) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs, barn scenes. Its light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 353.
What fabric color works best with DMC 353 (Peach)?
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground. For reference, 353 has a contrast ratio of about 1.9:1 on white fabric and 11.1:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.