J&P Coates Embroidery Floss

2327 — Tangerine Dark

Oranges family

Need details on J&P Coates 2327? This medium, highly saturated orange shade (Tangerine Dark) is hex #FF8313, RGB 255, 131, 19. Cross-brand equivalents in Anchor, Madeira, and Sullivans are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby J&P Coates shades and color-theory harmony pairings.

Hex
#FF8313
RGB
255, 131, 19
HSL
28°, 100%, 54%
Lab
67.7, 41.5, 71.5
Lightness
54%
Medium
Saturation
100%
Vivid
Hue
28°
Family
Oranges

Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 2327

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

J&P Coates 2327 Tangerine Dark

Similar J&P Coates Colors to 2327

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

Working with J&P Coates 2327

On white fabric
2.5:1
On dark fabric
8.5:1
Temperature
warm
Closest to
orange

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

With its high saturation, J&P Coates 2327 (Tangerine Dark) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.

Blending & gradients

J&P Coates 2327 (Tangerine Dark) sits a hair from J&P Coates 2099 (Tangerine Dark) (ΔE 0) — 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 J&P Coates 2327

J&P Coates threads that pair well with 2327, 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 2327 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.

About J&P Coates 2327

Known as Tangerine Dark, J&P Coates 2327 is a medium, highly saturated shade sitting in the oranges family with warm tangerine tones. With a vibrant and steady quality, this thread works beautifully in seasonal designs and pumpkins. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring marigolds and fall wreaths.

Frequently Asked Questions

J&P Coates 2327 — what color is it?

The color of J&P Coates 2327 is Tangerine Dark — a medium orange thread (hex #FF8313, RGB 255, 131, 19). It shows up most in monarch butterflies and persimmon patterns.

What is the DMC equivalent of J&P Coates 2327?

The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 2327 (Tangerine Dark) is DMC 741 (Tangerine medium) with a 94% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3854 (Autumn Gold medium, 74%) and DMC 977 (Golden Brown light, 72%).

Which J&P Coates threads are close to 2327?

The closest J&P Coates threads to 2327 are 2099 Tangerine Dark (ΔE 0), 2308 Antique Gold Medium (ΔE 3.37), and 2314 Citrus Dark (ΔE 4.24). These are useful substitutes when 2327 is unavailable or for building gradients.

What is J&P Coates 2327 good for?

J&P Coates 2327 (Tangerine Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring monarch butterflies, persimmon patterns, autumn leaves, sunsets. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2327.

What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 2327 (Tangerine 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, 2327 has a contrast ratio of about 2.5:1 on white fabric and 8.5:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.