J&P Coates Embroidery Floss

3241 — Rose Wine Medium Dark

Reds family

Looking up J&P Coates 3241? It's Rose Wine Medium Dark, a medium red shade (#B85958 / RGB 184, 89, 88). Scroll down for Crescent Colours, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close J&P Coates alternatives and curated color harmonies.

Hex
#B85958
RGB
184, 89, 88
HSL
1°, 40%, 53%
Lab
49.5, 38.3, 18.8
Lightness
53%
Medium
Saturation
40%
Muted
Hue
Family
Reds

Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 3241

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

J&P Coates 3241 Rose Wine Medium Dark

Similar J&P Coates Colors to 3241

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

Working with J&P Coates 3241

On white fabric
4.6:1
On dark fabric
4.6:1
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.

Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 3241

J&P Coates threads that pair well with 3241, 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 3241 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.

About J&P Coates 3241

Known as Rose Wine Medium Dark, J&P Coates 3241 is a medium, moderately saturated shade sitting in the reds family with true red tones. Expect a steady and rich look that suits bold accents, berries, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching valentines or poppies.

Frequently Asked Questions

J&P Coates 3241 — what color is it?

The color of J&P Coates 3241 is Rose Wine Medium Dark — a medium red thread (hex #B85958, RGB 184, 89, 88). It shows up most in barn scenes and tomato patterns.

What is the DMC equivalent of J&P Coates 3241?

The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 3241 (Rose Wine Medium Dark) is DMC 223 (Shell Pink light) with a 78% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3712 (Salmon medium, 77%) and DMC 3328 (Salmon dark, 74%).

Which J&P Coates threads are close to 3241?

The closest J&P Coates threads to 3241 are 3242 Rose Wine Dark (ΔE 3.58), 3337 Apricot Very Dark (ΔE 3.66), and 2326 Terra Cotta Medium Dark (ΔE 4.13). These are useful substitutes when 3241 is unavailable or for building gradients.

What is J&P Coates 3241 good for?

J&P Coates 3241 (Rose Wine Medium Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring barn scenes, tomato patterns, roses, hearts. 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 3241.

What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 3241 (Rose Wine Medium Dark)?

It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 3241 has a contrast ratio of about 4.6:1 on white fabric and 4.6:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.