#C3C4B4 Hex Color
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This faded, ashy yellow appears almost grey, offering a neutral backdrop for minimalist projects. Because the hex code #c3c4b4 provides strong contrast for black text, it serves as an excellent, readable UI background when standard white feels too clinical. Use it as a dominant base color to keep designs airy and clean, as it risks looking muddy when paired with other muted, low-saturation tones.
Questions about #c3c4b4
What is #c3c4b4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c3c4b4 is rgb(195, 196, 180), in HSL hsl(64, 12%, 74%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 8%, 23%.
Does #c3c4b4 work well for body text or background?
#c3c4b4 functions best as a background color rather than for text, as it lacks the necessary contrast against a white page. It provides a soft, non-intrusive base that makes dark grey or charcoal text appear very legible and balanced.
Why does #c3c4b4 sometimes look muddy in a design?
This color sits in a low-saturation, mid-tone range, meaning it can easily lose its clarity when surrounded by other dusty or muted tones. To keep your design sharp, pair #c3c4b4 with high-contrast accents or clean, saturated neutrals to prevent the overall palette from feeling flat.
Is #c3c4b4 readable on white or black?
#c3c4b4 has a 1.76:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.87:1 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.