4089 — Orchid Dark
Pinks family
J&P Coates 4089 (Orchid Dark) is a medium-dark, vivid pink shade with hex code #AB165F and RGB values 171, 22, 95. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colours, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar J&P Coates shades and color harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 4089
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 4089
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 4089
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Saturated shades like J&P Coates 4089 (Orchid Dark) punch above their stitch count — ideal for the one detail in a design that should grab attention.
Because J&P Coates 3044 (Carmine Rose Very Dark) is so near (ΔE 2.66), the pair makes a natural two-step gradient — handy for shading skin, petals, or skies without a hard seam.
Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 4089
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 4089, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
J&P Coates 4089 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About J&P Coates 4089
J&P Coates 4089 is the floss known as Orchid Dark: a vivid, medium-dark member of the pinks family with rose pink tones. Its deep and vivid presence shines in romantic motifs and blush accents alike. Pull this thread for cherry blossoms or ballet themes when you need a dependable shade.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does J&P Coates 4089 look like?
J&P Coates 4089 (Orchid Dark) is a medium-dark shade in the pinks family with hex #AB165F and RGB 171, 22, 95. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring tulip blooms and cosmetics-themed designs.
Which DMC thread matches J&P Coates 4089?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 4089 (Orchid Dark) is DMC 3804 (Cyclamen Pink dark) with a 83% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 718 (Plum, 79%) and DMC 917 (Plum medium, 73%).
What J&P Coates colors are similar to 4089?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 4089 are 3044 Carmine Rose Very Dark (ΔE 2.66), 3000 Cherry Red Medium (ΔE 2.92), and 3021 Cherry Red Medium (ΔE 2.92). These are useful substitutes when 4089 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use J&P Coates 4089?
Reach for J&P Coates 4089 (Orchid Dark) when your project calls for tulip blooms, cosmetics-themed designs, rose buds, florals. Its medium-dark character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 4089.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 4089 (Orchid 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, 4089 has a contrast ratio of about 7:1 on white fabric and 3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.