2336 — Flesh Light
Oranges family
J&P Coates 2336 (Flesh Light) is a very light, highly saturated orange shade with hex code #FFDCC1 and RGB values 255, 220, 193. Below you'll find the closest Sullivans, Cosmo, and Classic Colorworks equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar J&P Coates shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 2336
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Anchor
Madeira
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar J&P Coates Colors to 2336
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 2336
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
Saturated shades like J&P Coates 2336 (Flesh Light) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 2336
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 2336, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
J&P Coates 2336 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About J&P Coates 2336
J&P Coates 2336 (Flesh Light) is a very light, highly saturated shade in the oranges family with warm tangerine tones. This thread brings a airy and bright presence to projects featuring persimmon patterns or autumn leaves. Look for it in charts that feature sunsets or warm accents.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does J&P Coates 2336 look like?
J&P Coates 2336 (Flesh Light) is a very light shade in the oranges family with hex #FFDCC1 and RGB 255, 220, 193. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring fall wreaths and citrus motifs.
Which DMC thread matches J&P Coates 2336?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 2336 (Flesh Light) is DMC 20 (Shrimp) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 948 (Peach very light, 80%) and DMC 951 (Tawny light, 78%).
What J&P Coates colors are similar to 2336?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 2336 are 8231 Rose Grey Light (ΔE 3.93), 5533 Fawn Very Light (ΔE 3.98), and 2331 Chicory Light (ΔE 4.11). These are useful substitutes when 2336 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use J&P Coates 2336?
Reach for J&P Coates 2336 (Flesh Light) when your project calls for fall wreaths, citrus motifs, fox designs, fall harvest scenes. Its very light character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 2336.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 2336 (Flesh 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, 2336 has a contrast ratio of about 1.3:1 on white fabric and 16.3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.