J&P Coates Embroidery Floss

2337 — Chicory Medium

Reds family

Looking up J&P Coates 2337? It's Chicory Medium, a medium-light red shade (#E78667 / RGB 231, 134, 103). Scroll down for Cosmo, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close J&P Coates alternatives and curated color harmonies.

Hex
#E78667
RGB
231, 134, 103
HSL
15°, 73%, 65%
Lab
65.8, 34.2, 32.7
Lightness
65%
Light
Saturation
73%
Rich
Hue
15°
Family
Reds

Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 2337

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

J&P Coates 2337 Chicory Medium

Similar J&P Coates Colors to 2337

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

Working with J&P Coates 2337

On white fabric
2.6:1
On dark fabric
8:1
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

With its high saturation, J&P Coates 2337 (Chicory Medium) draws the eye — a natural pick for focal motifs, small pops of color, and details you want to read first.

Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 2337

J&P Coates threads that pair well with 2337, 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 2337 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.

About J&P Coates 2337

Meet J&P Coates 2337, Chicory Medium — a vivid, medium-light thread in the reds family with red-orange tones. The shade reads as crisp and versatile — a go-to choice for roses and hearts. It also turns up in patterns built around holiday designs and bold accents.

Frequently Asked Questions

J&P Coates 2337 — what color is it?

The color of J&P Coates 2337 is Chicory Medium — a medium-light red thread (hex #E78667, RGB 231, 134, 103). It shows up most in cardinal birds and apple motifs.

What is the DMC equivalent of J&P Coates 2337?

The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 2337 (Chicory Medium) is DMC 402 (Mahogany very light) with a 78% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 758 (Terra Cotta very light, 77%) and DMC 3773 (Desert Sand Medium, 76%).

Which J&P Coates threads are close to 2337?

The closest J&P Coates threads to 2337 are 2323 Apricot Light (ΔE 4.89), 5943 Toast Light (ΔE 5.52), and 2338 Brick Dark (ΔE 5.55). These are useful substitutes when 2337 is unavailable or for building gradients.

What is J&P Coates 2337 good for?

J&P Coates 2337 (Chicory Medium) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs, barn scenes. Its medium-light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2337.

What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 2337 (Chicory Medium)?

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, 2337 has a contrast ratio of about 2.6:1 on white fabric and 8:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.