5578 — Flesh Medium Dark
Reds family
Need details on J&P Coates 5578? This medium, moderately saturated red shade (Flesh Medium Dark) is hex #C2654C, RGB 194, 101, 76. Cross-brand equivalents in Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler, and Valdani are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby J&P Coates shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 5578
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 5578
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 5578
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground.
Its nearest neighbor, J&P Coates 3883 (Copper Medium), is barely a step away (ΔE 0). Tweed the two together for subtle shading, or substitute freely when one is out of stock.
Color Harmonies for J&P Coates 5578
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 5578, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
J&P Coates 5578 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About J&P Coates 5578
A medium, moderately saturated entry in the reds family, J&P Coates 5578 carries the name Flesh Medium Dark with red-orange tones. Stitchers describe its character as balanced and warm, perfect for barn scenes and tomato patterns. It blends comfortably into projects centered on roses and hearts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is J&P Coates 5578?
J&P Coates 5578 is called Flesh Medium Dark. It's a medium red shade (hex #C2654C, RGB 194, 101, 76) in the reds family, commonly used for valentines, poppies, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for J&P Coates 5578?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 5578 (Flesh Medium Dark) is DMC 21 (Light Alizarin) with a 90% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 3778 (Terra Cotta light, 82%) and DMC 3859 (Rosewood light, 75%).
What's a good substitute for J&P Coates 5578?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 5578 are 3883 Copper Medium (ΔE 0), 5000 Topaz Very Dark (ΔE 4.91), and 3337 Apricot Very Dark (ΔE 6.39). These are useful substitutes when 5578 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use J&P Coates 5578?
Cross-stitchers pull J&P Coates 5578 (Flesh Medium Dark) for charts featuring valentines, poppies, cardinal birds, apple motifs. The medium 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 5578 (Flesh Medium Dark)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 5578 has a contrast ratio of about 4:1 on white fabric and 5.3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.