J&P Coates Embroidery Floss

2335 — Salmon Dark

Reds family

Below: J&P Coates 2335 (Salmon Dark), a medium-light, vivid red shade with hex #DC3D5B and RGB 220, 61, 91. Find its closest Madeira, Sullivans, and Cosmo matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar J&P Coates shades and a full set of color harmony picks.

Hex
#DC3D5B
RGB
220, 61, 91
HSL
349°, 69%, 55%
Lab
51.0, 62.7, 20.0
Lightness
55%
Medium
Saturation
69%
Rich
Hue
349°
Family
Reds

Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 2335

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

J&P Coates 2335 Salmon Dark

Similar J&P Coates Colors to 2335

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

Working with J&P Coates 2335

On white fabric
4.3:1
On dark fabric
4.9:1
Temperature
warm
Closest to
rose

It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.

Bold accents & focal points

J&P Coates 2335 (Salmon Dark) 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.

Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 2335

J&P Coates threads that pair well with 2335, 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

Reds Family

J&P Coates 2335 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.

About J&P Coates 2335

A medium-light, vivid entry in the reds family, J&P Coates 2335 carries the name Salmon Dark with warm crimson tones. The fresh and confident character of this shade lends itself well to barn scenes and tomato patterns. Stitchers frequently choose it for roses and hearts in their projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is J&P Coates 2335?

J&P Coates 2335 is called Salmon Dark. It's a medium-light red shade (hex #DC3D5B, RGB 220, 61, 91) in the reds family, commonly used for valentines, poppies, and similar motifs.

What's the closest DMC match for J&P Coates 2335?

The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 2335 (Salmon Dark) is DMC 335 (Rose) with a 86% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3833 (Raspberry light, 77%) and DMC 961 (Dusty Rose dark, 76%).

What's a good substitute for J&P Coates 2335?

The closest J&P Coates threads to 2335 are 3088 Raspberry Medium Light (ΔE 3.43), 3284 Carmine Rose Medium (ΔE 4.03), and 3046 Crimson Red (ΔE 4.13). These are useful substitutes when 2335 is unavailable or for building gradients.

What projects use J&P Coates 2335?

Cross-stitchers pull J&P Coates 2335 (Salmon Dark) for charts featuring valentines, poppies, cardinal birds, apple motifs. The medium-light 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 2335 (Salmon Dark)?

It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 2335 has a contrast ratio of about 4.3:1 on white fabric and 4.9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.