0408 — Rose
Pinks family#FD96A0
Need details on Madeira 0408? This light, highly saturated pink shade (Rose) is hex #FD96A0, RGB 253, 150, 160. Cross-brand equivalents in Anchor, J&P Coates, and Sullivans are listed below — ranked by perceptual similarity — alongside 8 nearby Madeira shades and color-theory harmony pairings.
About Madeira 0408
Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist
- Fiber
- 100% cotton
- Strands
- 6 strands
- Sold as
- 10 m
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 0408
The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.
DMC
Anchor
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colors
Similar Madeira Colors to 0408
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 0408
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Madeira 0408 (Rose) is vivid enough to carry a focal point; use it sparingly for accents so it stays the star rather than competing across the whole piece.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 0408
Madeira threads that pair well with 0408, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Madeira0408 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Madeira 0408
Rose (catalog code Madeira 0408) is a light, highly saturated shade from the pinks family. With a fresh and easy quality, this thread works beautifully in skin tones and romantic motifs. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring blush accents and cherry blossoms.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is Madeira 0408?
Madeira 0408 is called Rose. It's a light pink shade (hex #FD96A0, RGB 253, 150, 160) in the pinks family, commonly used for flamingo designs, tulip blooms, and similar motifs.
What's the closest DMC match for Madeira 0408?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 0408 (Rose) is DMC 3326 (Rose light (776)) with a 84% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 761 (Salmon light, 81%) and DMC 3708 (Melon light, 81%).
What's a good substitute for Madeira 0408?
The closest Madeira threads to 0408 are 0612 Rose Medium Light (ΔE 5.12), 0504 Baby Pink Medium (ΔE 5.6), and 0405 Salmon Medium (ΔE 6.1). These are useful substitutes when 0408 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What projects use Madeira 0408?
Cross-stitchers pull Madeira 0408 (Rose) for charts featuring flamingo designs, tulip blooms, cosmetics-themed designs, rose buds. The light 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 Madeira 0408 (Rose)?
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, 0408 has a contrast ratio of about 2.1:1 on white fabric and 10:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.