402 — Mahogany very light
Oranges family
Need details on DMC 402? This medium-light, vivid orange shade (Mahogany very light) is hex #E8895B, RGB 232, 137, 91. Cross-brand equivalents in Madeira, J&P Coates, and Sullivans are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby DMC shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for DMC 402
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 402
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 402
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Saturated shades like DMC 402 (Mahogany very light) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Color Harmonies for DMC 402
DMC threads that pair well with 402, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
DMC 402 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About DMC 402
DMC 402 (Mahogany very light) is a medium-light, vivid shade in the oranges family with deep amber tones. With a balanced and lively quality, this thread works beautifully in persimmon patterns and autumn leaves. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring sunsets and warm accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does DMC 402 look like?
DMC 402 (Mahogany very light) is a medium-light shade in the oranges family with hex #E8895B and RGB 232, 137, 91. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring fall wreaths and citrus motifs.
Which Anchor thread matches DMC 402?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 402 (Mahogany very light) is Anchor 323 (Orange Spice Light) with a 84% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 9575 (Terracotta Light, 75%) and Anchor 1002 (Golden Brown Very Light, 74%).
What DMC colors are similar to 402?
The closest DMC threads to 402 are 722 Orange Spice light (ΔE 4.63), 3825 Pumpkin pale (ΔE 5.54), and 977 Golden Brown light (ΔE 5.62). These are useful substitutes when 402 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use DMC 402?
Reach for DMC 402 (Mahogany very light) when your project calls for fall wreaths, citrus motifs, fox designs, fall harvest scenes. Its medium-light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 402.
What fabric color works best with DMC 402 (Mahogany very light)?
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, 402 has a contrast ratio of about 2.6:1 on white fabric and 8.2:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.