#C0B8A5 Hex Color
A muted ashy beige with subtle warmth
This muted, ashy beige carries subtle yellow undertones that prevent it from feeling flat. The hex code #c0b8a5 functions best as a supporting neutral rather than a dominant background, as it can appear muddy when used in large blocks. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate blue to create sophisticated contrast, as black text is highly legible against this tone.
Questions about #c0b8a5
What is #c0b8a5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c0b8a5 is rgb(192, 184, 165), in HSL hsl(42, 18%, 70%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 14%, 25%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
How should I use #c0b8a5 in a design layout?
#c0b8a5 works best as a supporting neutral rather than a dominant background color because it can appear slightly muddy in large blocks. It shines when used for subtle interface elements, borders, or muted text accents that require a sophisticated, non-stark finish.
Which colors pair well with #c0b8a5?
This beige responds beautifully to high-contrast pairings like deep charcoal or cool slate blue. Using these darker, saturated tones creates a necessary visual anchor that prevents the muted nature of #c0b8a5 from feeling too washed out or flat.
Is #c0b8a5 readable on white or black?
#c0b8a5 has a 1.97:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.64:1 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.