3853 — Autumn Gold dark
Oranges family
DMC 3853 (Autumn Gold dark) is a medium, vivid orange shade with hex code #D1642C and RGB values 209, 100, 44. 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 3853
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 3853
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 3853
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 DMC 3853
DMC threads that pair well with 3853, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
DMC 3853 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About DMC 3853
DMC 3853 is the floss known as Autumn Gold dark: a vivid, medium member of the oranges family with deep amber tones. Its rich and lively presence shines in fox designs and fall harvest scenes alike. Pull this thread for monarch butterflies or persimmon patterns when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does DMC 3853 look like?
DMC 3853 (Autumn Gold dark) is a medium shade in the oranges family with hex #D1642C and RGB 209, 100, 44. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring seasonal designs and pumpkins.
Which Anchor thread matches DMC 3853?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 3853 (Autumn Gold dark) is Anchor 324 (Orange Spice Medium) with a 84% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 316 (Tangerine Dark, 78%) and Anchor 332 (Orange Dark, 77%).
What DMC colors are similar to 3853?
The closest DMC threads to 3853 are 922 Copper light (ΔE 3.99), 976 Golden Brown medium (ΔE 4.17), and 3776 Mahogany light (ΔE 5.11). These are useful substitutes when 3853 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use DMC 3853?
Reach for DMC 3853 (Autumn Gold dark) when your project calls for seasonal designs, pumpkins, marigolds, fall wreaths. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 3853.
What fabric color works best with DMC 3853 (Autumn Gold dark)?
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, 3853 has a contrast ratio of about 3.8:1 on white fabric and 5.6:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.