#BEB9B2 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty orange carries a distinctly ashy undertone, landing somewhere between light grey and terracotta. It lacks the aggression of pure orange, making it a reliable choice for balanced branding or packaging designs. Use #beb9b2 as a supporting background rather than a hero color to avoid a washed-out effect. Because it offers strong contrast against black text, it serves as a readable base for UI applications.
Questions about #beb9b2
What is #beb9b2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #beb9b2 is rgb(190, 185, 178), in HSL hsl(35, 8%, 72%) and in CMYK 0%, 3%, 6%, 25%.
When should I use #beb9b2 in my design?
Use #beb9b2 as a supporting background color rather than a primary focus to maintain visual balance. Its muted, ashy quality provides excellent contrast against black text, making it a reliable, readable base for modern user interface layouts.
Which colors pair well with #beb9b2?
This shade anchors well against deep charcoal for high-contrast, professional text. For a softer palette, it sits comfortably beside muted sage or creamy whites, creating an earthy, organic aesthetic that avoids the aggression of pure, saturated orange tones.
Is #beb9b2 readable on white or black?
#beb9b2 has a 1.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.77:1 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.