#C3C2C2 Hex Color
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With its pale, low-saturation finish and faint ashy undertones, #c3c2c2 brings a clean, restrained feel to visual systems. Use this hex code as a supporting tone for spacious interfaces and minimalist layouts. Pair it with charcoal or muted navy. Black text achieves about an 11.8:1 contrast ratio, making it practical for accessible body copy and UI backgrounds.
Questions about #c3c2c2
What is #c3c2c2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c3c2c2 is rgb(195, 194, 194), in HSL hsl(0, 1%, 76%) and in CMYK 0%, 1%, 1%, 24%.
What colors pair well with #c3c2c2?
#c3c2c2 pairs well with charcoal or muted navy, which add definition without overwhelming its pale, ashy neutrality. Warm accents such as terracotta can introduce contrast, while white and soft gray preserve a quiet, minimalist palette.
Is #c3c2c2 warm or cool?
#c3c2c2 reads as a neutral gray with a faint ashy cast, so it generally feels cool and restrained rather than warm. Its low saturation keeps the temperature subtle, allowing nearby colors to influence whether a layout feels softer or sharper.
Where can #c3c2c2 be used?
#c3c2c2 works well as a spacious interface background, card surface, border, or secondary neutral in minimalist layouts. Its restrained appearance supports content without competing for attention, especially when paired with charcoal, navy, or other darker accents.
Is #c3c2c2 readable on white or black?
#c3c2c2 has a 1.77:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.81:1 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.