#BDC29C Hex Color
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This bleached, desaturated yellow has a strong green undertone that leans toward an ashy, organic aesthetic. The hex code #bdc29c works well as a subtle, neutral background that feels cleaner than beige but warmer than grey. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate blue to ground the shade. It offers excellent contrast for black text, making it a reliable choice for readable UI interfaces.
Questions about #bdc29c
What is #bdc29c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bdc29c is rgb(189, 194, 156), in HSL hsl(68, 24%, 69%) and in CMYK 3%, 0%, 20%, 24%.
What colors pair best with #bdc29c?
Because #bdc29c acts as a neutral organic shade, it grounds effectively against charcoal or deep slate tones, creating a high-contrast, modern interface. For a warmer palette, consider pairing it with muted terracotta or soft clay hues.
Is #bdc29c readable on white or black?
#bdc29c has a 1.84:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.36:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.