#C8C4B3 Hex Color
A serene ashy beige with subtle warmth
This pale, ashy beige reads almost grey with subtle yellow undertones. Because it is highly muted and desaturated, #c8c4b3 works best as a calm, neutral base for minimalist interiors or clean stationery designs. It offers enough contrast for black body text to remain legible. Use this hex code to create an airy, open feel without the starkness of pure white.
Questions about #c8c4b3
What is #c8c4b3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c8c4b3 is rgb(200, 196, 179), in HSL hsl(49, 16%, 74%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 11%, 22%.
How does #c8c4b3 perform as a background color for typography?
#c8c4b3 serves as an excellent neutral background that provides sufficient contrast for standard black or dark charcoal text. Its muted, desaturated nature prevents eye strain, making it a reliable choice for long-form reading interfaces where stark white backgrounds feel too harsh.
Does #c8c4b3 lean more toward a warm or cool temperature?
While #c8c4b3 is technically a cool-leaning ashy grey, it carries subtle yellow undertones that prevent it from feeling clinical. This hybrid quality allows it to bridge the gap between warm beige and cool grey, providing a versatile balance for modern interior design palettes.
Is #c8c4b3 readable on white or black?
#c8c4b3 has a 1.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.00:1 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.