5579 — Chicory Dark
Reds family
Below: J&P Coates 5579 (Chicory Dark), a medium, moderately saturated red shade with hex #AD533E and RGB 173, 83, 62. Find its closest Gentle Art Sampler, Valdani, and Crescent Colours matches ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 similar J&P Coates shades and a full set of color harmony picks.
Brand Equivalents for J&P Coates 5579
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 5579
Closest J&P Coates threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with J&P Coates 5579
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 5579
J&P Coates threads that pair well with 5579, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Reds Family
J&P Coates 5579 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.
About J&P Coates 5579
J&P Coates 5579 (Chicory Dark) is a medium, moderately saturated shade in the reds family with red-orange tones. The rich and warm mood of this color makes it a natural fit for tomato patterns and roses. Expect to see it used in hearts and holiday designs across many cross-stitch charts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does J&P Coates 5579 look like?
J&P Coates 5579 (Chicory Dark) is a medium shade in the reds family with hex #AD533E and RGB 173, 83, 62. Stitchers reach for it in projects featuring poppies and cardinal birds.
Which DMC thread matches J&P Coates 5579?
The closest DMC match for J&P Coates 5579 (Chicory Dark) is DMC 356 (Terra Cotta medium) with a 81% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 921 (Copper, 78%) and DMC 21 (Light Alizarin, 70%).
What J&P Coates colors are similar to 5579?
The closest J&P Coates threads to 5579 are 5936 Fawn Very Dark (ΔE 3.35), 2339 Brick Ultra Dark (ΔE 5.86), and 5349 Bark Medium Dark (ΔE 6.98). These are useful substitutes when 5579 is unavailable or for building gradients.
When should I use J&P Coates 5579?
Reach for J&P Coates 5579 (Chicory Dark) when your project calls for poppies, cardinal birds, apple motifs, ladybug designs. Its medium character carries both small accents and wider palette work; the harmony picks on this page show natural companions to 5579.
What fabric color works best with J&P Coates 5579 (Chicory Dark)?
It stands out clearly on both white and dark fabric, so it is an easy, versatile choice for any ground. For reference, 5579 has a contrast ratio of about 5.1:1 on white fabric and 4.1:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.