2302 — Orange Light
Oranges family#FCB50F
J&P Coates 2302 — Orange Light — has hex #FCB50F and RGB 252, 181, 15. This medium, highly saturated orange thread sits alongside its closest DMC, Anchor, and Madeira matches below, with 8 similar J&P Coates shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 2302
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar J&P Coates Colors to 2302
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 2302
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
J&P Coates 2302 (Orange Light) is vivid enough to carry a focal point; use it sparingly for accents so it stays the star rather than competing across the whole piece.
Its nearest neighbor, J&P Coates 2314 (Tangerine Med), is barely a step away (ΔE 2.9). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 2302
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 2302, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
J&P Coates2302 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About J&P Coates 2302
A medium, highly saturated entry in the oranges family, J&P Coates 2302 carries the name Orange Light with golden orange tones. Its tone is confident and warm, making it a popular choice for pumpkins and marigolds. It pairs nicely in designs that call for fall wreaths or citrus motifs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is J&P Coates 2302?
J&P Coates 2302 is called Orange Light. It's a medium orange shade (hex #FCB50F, RGB 252, 181, 15) in the oranges family, commonly used for persimmon patterns, autumn leaves, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for J&P Coates 2302?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 2302 (Orange Light) is DMC 725 (Topaz) with a 85% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 444 (Lemon dark, 78%) and DMC 728 (Golden Yellow, 77%).
What's a good substitute for J&P Coates 2302?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 2302 are 2314 Tangerine Med (ΔE 2.9), 2294 Topaz Light (ΔE 9.9), and 2306 Antique Gold Light (ΔE 11.34). These are useful substitutes when 2302 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use J&P Coates 2302?
Cross-stitchers pull J&P Coates 2302 (Orange Light) for charts featuring persimmon patterns, autumn leaves, sunsets, warm accents. The medium tone reads cleanly on its own and slots into multi-color palettes — see the color harmonies below for pairing ideas.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 2302 (Orange Light)?
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, 2302 has a contrast ratio of about 1.8:1 on white fabric and 11.8:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.