2404
Oranges family
Need details on Madeira 2404? This very light, highly saturated orange hand-dyed shade is hex #FEEACB, RGB 254, 234, 203. 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.
Brand Equivalents for Madeira 2404
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 2404
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 2404
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 2404 where a design needs lift — highlights, whites-on-white detail, and airy backgrounds that keep a busy palette from feeling heavy.
Madeira 2404 sits a hair from Madeira 9999 (Ecru) (ΔE 2.57) — close enough to blend a strand of each for a smooth gradient or to swap one for the other in a pinch.
Color Harmonies for Madeira 2404
Madeira threads that pair well with 2404, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Oranges Family
Madeira 2404 in context with nearby shades from the oranges color family.
About Madeira 2404
Madeira 2404 sits in the oranges family as a very light, highly saturated shade with golden orange tones. With a crisp and delicate quality, this thread works beautifully in seasonal designs and pumpkins. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring marigolds and fall wreaths.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 2404 — what color is it?
Madeira 2404 is a very light orange thread (hex #FEEACB, RGB 254, 234, 203). It shows up most in monarch butterflies and persimmon patterns.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 2404?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 2404 is DMC 3770 (Tawny very light) with a 87% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC ECRU (Ecru, 83%) and DMC 712 (Cream, 80%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 2404?
The closest Madeira threads to 2404 are 9999 Ecru (ΔE 2.57), 2314 (ΔE 4.42), and 2101 Cream (ΔE 4.69). These are useful substitutes when 2404 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 2404 good for?
Madeira 2404 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 2404.
Can Madeira 2404 be used for highlights?
Yes — pale shades like 2404 do the highlight work in a chart: snow, clouds, lace, catchlights, and near-white detail, plus negative space that lets brighter colors breathe.