Madeira Mouliné

2007 — Tan Very Dark

Browns family#653D27

Madeira 2007 (Tan Very Dark) is a medium-dark, moderately saturated brown shade with hex code #653D27 and RGB values 101, 61, 39. Below you'll find the closest Valdani, Crescent Colors, and DMC equivalents — ranked by visual color similarity — plus 8 similar Madeira shades and color harmony pairings.

Hex
#653D27
RGB
101, 61, 39
HSL
21°, 44%, 27%
Lab
30.0, 15.1, 20.8
Lightness
27%
Dark
Saturation
44%
Muted
Hue
21°
Family
Browns

About Madeira 2007

Madeira Mouliné Sticktwist

Fiber
100% cotton
Strands
6 strands
Sold as
10 m

Brand Equivalents for Madeira 2007

The five closest matches in each brand, ranked by CIEDE2000 perceptual color difference.

Madeira 2007Tan Very Dark

Similar Madeira Colors to 2007

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

Working with Madeira 2007

On white fabric
9.3:1
On dark fabric
2.3:1
Temperature
warm
Closest to
brown

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 2007

Madeira threads that pair well with 2007, 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

Browns Family

Madeira2007 in context with nearby shades from the browns color family.

About Madeira 2007

Meet Madeira 2007, Tan Very Dark — a moderately saturated, medium-dark thread in the browns family with warm chocolate tones. Its rich and grounded presence shines in rustic designs and leather accents alike. Pull this thread for horse designs or cinnamon motifs when you need a dependable shade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Madeira 2007 — what color is it?

The color of Madeira 2007 is Tan Very Dark — a medium-dark brown thread (hex #653D27, RGB 101, 61, 39). It shows up most in earth tones and animal fur.

What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 2007?

The closest DMC match for Madeira 2007 (Tan Very Dark) is DMC 433 (Brown medium) with a 90% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 801 (Coffee Brown dark, 78%) and DMC 869 (Hazelnut Brown very dark, 73%).

Which Madeira threads are close to 2007?

The closest Madeira threads to 2007 are 2003 Brown Dark (ΔE 5.56), 2006 Tan Ultra Very Dark (ΔE 5.76), and 2304 Mahogany Dark (ΔE 5.89). These are useful substitutes when 2007 is unavailable or for building gradients.

What is Madeira 2007 good for?

Madeira 2007 (Tan Very Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring earth tones, animal fur, warm outlines, wooden textures. 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 2007.

What fabric color works best with Madeira 2007 (Tan Very 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, 2007 has a contrast ratio of about 9.3:1 on white fabric and 2.3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.