899 — Rose medium
Reds family
Need details on DMC 899? This medium-light, vivid red shade (Rose medium) is hex #EB6682, RGB 235, 102, 130. 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 899
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 899
Closest DMC threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with DMC 899
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
With its high saturation, DMC 899 (Rose medium) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.
DMC 899 (Rose medium) sits a hair from DMC 3733 (Dusty Rose) (ΔE 2.17) — 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 899
DMC threads that pair well with 899, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
DMC 899 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About DMC 899
Known as Rose medium, DMC 899 is a medium-light, vivid shade sitting in the reds family with warm crimson tones. With a crisp and versatile quality, this thread works beautifully in bold accents and berries. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring valentines and poppies.
Frequently Asked Questions
DMC 899 — what color is it?
The color of DMC 899 is Rose medium — a medium-light red thread (hex #EB6682, RGB 235, 102, 130). It shows up most in barn scenes and tomato patterns.
What is the Anchor equivalent of DMC 899?
The closest Anchor match for DMC 899 (Rose medium) is Anchor 40 (Rose) with a 88% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include Anchor 27 (Baby Pink Dark, 77%) and Anchor 31 (Pink Bright Light, 75%).
Which DMC threads are close to 899?
The closest DMC threads to 899 are 3733 Dusty Rose (ΔE 2.17), 962 Dusty Rose medium (ΔE 2.46), and 956 Geranium (ΔE 5.3). These are useful substitutes when 899 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is DMC 899 good for?
DMC 899 (Rose medium) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring barn scenes, tomato patterns, roses, hearts. Its medium-light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 899.
What fabric color works best with DMC 899 (Rose medium)?
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, 899 has a contrast ratio of about 3.1:1 on white fabric and 6.8:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.