#C4C3C3 Hex Color
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#c4c3c3 is a pale, low-saturation grey with a soft ashy cast. Its faded, neutral character brings delicacy and restraint to minimalist layouts, product design, and architectural spaces. Use it as a supporting background with charcoal or black typography. Black text achieves about 11.9:1 contrast, making it suitable for accessible body copy. The hex code is #c4c3c3.
Questions about #c4c3c3
What is #c4c3c3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c4c3c3 is rgb(196, 195, 195), in HSL hsl(0, 1%, 77%) and in CMYK 0%, 1%, 1%, 23%.
What colors pair well with #c4c3c3?
#c4c3c3 pairs well with black, charcoal, navy, and muted earthy accents, creating clear contrast without overwhelming its pale gray base. Use charcoal for a softer alternative to black, or add a restrained accent for warmth.
Is #c4c3c3 readable on white or black?
#c4c3c3 has a 1.75:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.94:1 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.