J&P Coates Embroidery Floss

2323 — Apricot Light

Oranges family

Below: J&P Coates 2323 (Apricot Light), a light, highly saturated orange shade with hex #FF926D and RGB 255, 146, 109. Find its closest Gentle Art Sampler, Valdani, and Crescent Colours matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar J&P Coates shades and a full set of color harmony picks.

Hex
#FF926D
RGB
255, 146, 109
HSL
15°, 100%, 71%
Lab
71.5, 37.7, 37.4
Lightness
71%
Light
Saturation
100%
Vivid
Hue
15°
Family
Oranges

Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 2323

Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works

J&P Coates 2323 Apricot Light

Sullivans

Pumpkin Pale 45422 85% Good
Terra Cotta Ultra Very Light 45496 80% Good
Golden Brown Pale 45424 76% Approx
Autumn Gold Medium 45452 73% Approx
Golden Brown Light 45306 68% Approx

Crescent Colours

Tangerine 043 62% Fair
Cobbled Peach 129 61% Fair
Macaroni and Cheese 100 55% Fair
Old Marigold 085 53% Fair
Dulce de Leche 143 51% Fair

Similar J&P Coates Colors to 2323

Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.

Working with J&P Coates 2323

On white fabric
2.2:1
On dark fabric
9.6:1
Temperature
warm
Closest to
salmon

It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.

Bold accents & focal points

Saturated shades like J&P Coates 2323 (Apricot Light) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.

Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 2323

J&P Coates threads that pair well with 2323, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.

Complementary
Opposite on the color wheel — maximum contrast
Analogous
Adjacent hues — smooth, natural transitions
Triadic
Evenly spaced at 120° — vibrant and balanced
Monochromatic
Same hue, different lightness — great for shading

Oranges Family

J&P Coates 2323 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.

About J&P Coates 2323

J&P Coates 2323 (Apricot Light) is a light, highly saturated shade in the oranges family with deep amber tones. The soft and lively mood of this color makes it a natural fit for persimmon patterns and autumn leaves. Expect to see it used in sunsets and warm accents across many cross-stitch charts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does J&P Coates 2323 look like?

J&P Coates 2323 (Apricot Light) is a light shade in the oranges family with hex #FF926D and RGB 255, 146, 109. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring fall wreaths and citrus motifs.

Which DMC thread matches J&P Coates 2323?

The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 2323 (Apricot Light) is DMC 3341 (Apricot) with a 76% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3825 (Pumpkin pale, 72%) and DMC 402 (Mahogany very light, 72%).

What J&P Coates colors are similar to 2323?

The closest J&P Coates threads to 2323 are 2337 Chicory Medium (ΔE 4.89), 5943 Toast Light (ΔE 5.36), and 3146 Sportsman Flesh (ΔE 5.78). These are useful substitutes when 2323 is unavailable or for building gradients.

When should I use J&P Coates 2323?

Reach for J&P Coates 2323 (Apricot Light) when your project calls for fall wreaths, citrus motifs, fox designs, fall harvest scenes. Its light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 2323.

What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 2323 (Apricot 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, 2323 has a contrast ratio of about 2.2:1 on white fabric and 9.6:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.