#C2B9B0 Hex Color
A soft neutral taupe with warm undertones
A muted, dusty taupe with subtle orange undertones, #c2b9b0 provides a neutral, desaturated base for autumn palettes. It avoids the harshness of pure grey, making it a reliable choice for background textures or soft branding. Because it is highly readable, black text works well on this hex code. Pair it with deep charcoal or burnt umber to ground its airy quality.
Questions about #c2b9b0
What is #c2b9b0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c2b9b0 is rgb(194, 185, 176), in HSL hsl(30, 13%, 73%) and in CMYK 0%, 5%, 9%, 24%.
What colors pair well with #c2b9b0 in a design scheme?
#c2b9b0 works beautifully with deep, grounding tones that balance its airy nature. Try pairing it with charcoal for high-contrast text or a rich burnt umber to emphasize the warmth hidden within its taupe base.
Does #c2b9b0 read more warm or cool?
#c2b9b0 sits on the warmer side of the neutral spectrum due to its subtle orange undertones. Unlike cooler, blue-based greys that can feel clinical, this specific shade maintains an inviting and organic quality suitable for wellness or lifestyle branding.
Is #c2b9b0 readable on white or black?
#c2b9b0 has a 1.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.86:1 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.