2714 — Pink Purple Dark
Pinks family
Need details on Madeira 2714? This medium, moderately saturated pink shade (Pink Purple Dark) is hex #9D3C71, RGB 157, 60, 113. 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 2714
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 2714
Closest Madeira threads by perceptual color distance, sorted from most to least similar.
Working with Madeira 2714
It has moderate contrast on both light and dark fabric — usable on either, but test a few stitches on your chosen ground first.
Madeira 2714 (Pink Purple Dark) sits a hair from Madeira 0707 (Mauve Medium Dark) (ΔE 1.85) — 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 2714
Madeira threads that pair well with 2714, based on color theory harmony rules in CIELAB color space.
Pinks Family
Madeira 2714 in context with nearby shades from the pinks color family.
About Madeira 2714
Known as Pink Purple Dark, Madeira 2714 is a medium, moderately saturated shade sitting in the pinks family with rose pink tones. With a steady and rich quality, this thread works beautifully in blush accents and cherry blossoms. You will find this color at home in patterns featuring ballet themes and baby projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Madeira 2714 — what color is it?
The color of Madeira 2714 is Pink Purple Dark — a medium pink thread (hex #9D3C71, RGB 157, 60, 113). It shows up most in cosmetics-themed designs and rose buds.
What is the DMC equivalent of Madeira 2714?
The closest DMC match for Madeira 2714 (Pink Purple Dark) is DMC 718 (Plum) with a 79% match based on visual color similarity. Other near matches include DMC 917 (Plum medium, 66%) and DMC 3687 (Mauve, 64%).
Which Madeira threads are close to 2714?
The closest Madeira threads to 2714 are 0707 Mauve Medium Dark (ΔE 1.85), 0712 Violet Medium (ΔE 4.16), and 0604 Plum (ΔE 6.85). These are useful substitutes when 2714 is unavailable or for building gradients.
What is Madeira 2714 good for?
Madeira 2714 (Pink Purple Dark) is commonly used in cross-stitch projects featuring cosmetics-themed designs, rose buds, florals, skin tones. Its medium tone works well for standalone motifs and as part of larger palettes. This page includes color harmonies and similar shades to pair with 2714.
What fabric color works best with Madeira 2714 (Pink Purple 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, 2714 has a contrast ratio of about 6.3:1 on white fabric and 3.3:1 on black. As a warm shade, its warm cast advances toward the viewer — good for focal points, highlights, and cozy, inviting palettes.