Madeira Mouliné

0507 — Red

Reds family

Looking up Madeira 0507? It's Red, a medium-dark red shade (#A32541 / RGB 163, 37, 65). Scroll down for Crescent Colours, DMC, and Anchor equivalents ranked by visual similarity, plus 8 close Madeira alternatives and curated color harmonies.

Hex
#A32541
RGB
163, 37, 65
HSL
347°, 63%, 39%
Lab
36.9, 52.1, 15.3
Lightness
39%
Dark
Saturation
63%
Rich
Hue
347°
Family
Reds

Brand Equivalents for Madeira 0507

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

Madeira 0507 Red

Sullivans

Dusty Rose Ultra Dark 45346 93% Good
Shell Pink Medium 45366 84% Good
Plum 45166 73% Approx
Cranberry Very Dark 45135 73% Approx
Shell Pink Light 45045 70% Approx

Crescent Colours

Bandana 094 72% Approx
Prickly Pear 025 69% Approx
Apple Fritter 091 69% Approx
Manor Red 101 69% Approx
Cherry Tomato 034 66% Approx

Similar Madeira Colors to 0507

Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.

Working with Madeira 0507

On white fabric
7.2:1
On dark fabric
2.9:1
Temperature
warm
Closest to
crimson

It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.

Color Harmonies for Madeira 0507

Madeira threads that pair well with 0507, 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

Madeira 0507 in context with nearby shades from the reds color family.

About Madeira 0507

Known as Red, Madeira 0507 is a medium-dark, vivid shade sitting in the reds family with warm crimson tones. Expect a intense and saturated look that suits ladybug designs, barn scenes, and similar motifs. Cross stitch enthusiasts often reach for this thread when stitching tomato patterns or roses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Madeira 0507 — what color is it?

The color of Madeira 0507 is Red — a medium-dark red thread (hex #A32541, RGB 163, 37, 65). It shows up most in berries and valentines.

What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 0507?

The closest DMC match for Madeira 0507 (Red) is DMC 3350 (Dusty Rose ultra dark) with a 90% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 309 (Rose deep, 88%) and DMC 326 (Rose very deep, 88%).

Which Madeira threads are close to 0507?

The closest Madeira threads to 0507 are 2609 Antique Plum Medium (ΔE 4.34), 0508 Red Medium Dark (ΔE 4.54), and 2608 Antique Plum Dark (ΔE 5.42). These are useful substitutes when 0507 is unavailable or for building gradients.

What is Madeira 0507 good for?

Madeira 0507 (Red) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring berries, valentines, poppies, cardinal birds. Its medium-dark tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 0507.

What fabric color works best with Madeira 0507 (Red)?

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, 0507 has a contrast ratio of about 7.2:1 on white fabric and 2.9:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.