2314
Oranges family
Madeira 2314 has hex #FDE8D4 and RGB 253, 232, 212. This very light, highly saturated orange thread sits alongside its closest Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Art Sampler matches below, with 8 similar Madeira shades and a panel of color harmonies for palette planning.
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 2314
Top 5 closest matches in each brand, ranked by visual color similarity. How matching works
DMC
Anchor
J&P Coates
Sullivans
Classic Colorworks
Weeks Dye Works
Gentle Art Sampler
Valdani
Crescent Colours
Similar Madeira Colors to 2314
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 2314
It reads best on black or dark fabric and can wash out on white, so reach for a dark or mid-tone ground.
Reach for Madeira 2314 where a design needs lift — highlights, whites-on-white detail, and airy backgrounds that keep a busy palette from feeling heavy.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 2314
Madeira threads that pair well with 2314, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Madeira 2314 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Madeira 2314
Madeira 2314 sits in the oranges family as a very light, highly saturated shade with warm tangerine tones. It has a crisp and delicate feel that suits seasonal designs and pumpkins particularly well. Designers often pair this shade with marigolds or fall wreaths for balanced palettes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 2314 — what color is it?
Madeira 2314 is a very light orange thread (hex #FDE8D4, RGB 253, 232, 212). It shows up most in monarch butterflies and persimmon patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 2314?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 2314 is DMC 3770 (Tawny very light) with a 85% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 712 (Cream, 75%) and DMC ECRU (Ecru, 75%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 2314?
The closest Madeira threads to 2314 are 2404 (ΔE 4.42), 2101 Cream (ΔE 4.99), and 9999 Ecru (ΔE 5.37). These are useful substitutes when 2314 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 2314 good for?
Madeira 2314 is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring monarch butterflies, persimmon patterns, autumn leaves, sunsets. Its very light tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2314.
Can Madeira 2314 be used for highlights?
Yes — pale shades like 2314 do the highlight work in a chart: snow, clouds, lace, catchlights, and near-white detail, plus negative space that lets brighter colors breathe.