#C9C6A7 Hex Color
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This pale, desaturated beige carries a distinct yellow-green undertone that reads like aged paper or unbleached linen. Because of its low chroma, #c9c6a7 works best as a grounding neutral for organic minimalist palettes. Use it alongside deep charcoal or matte black to ensure text remains readable, as this shade can easily wash out against pure white backgrounds. The hex code is #c9c6a7.
Questions about #c9c6a7
What is #c9c6a7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c9c6a7 is rgb(201, 198, 167), in HSL hsl(55, 24%, 72%) and in CMYK 0%, 1%, 17%, 21%.
What colors pair well with the desaturated tone of #c9c6a7?
#c9c6a7 works beautifully alongside deep, high-contrast neutrals to maintain readability. For an elegant organic look, pair it with charcoal for text or terracotta accents to play up the subtle yellow-green undertones without overwhelming the palette.
Is #c9c6a7 suitable for UI backgrounds or large text areas?
This shade functions well as a background for clean, minimalist interfaces, provided you use sufficient contrast for legibility. Avoid placing pure white text directly over #c9c6a7, as the light value of the color can cause readability issues.
Is #c9c6a7 readable on white or black?
#c9c6a7 has a 1.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.11:1 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.