#CCC28E Hex Color
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#ccc28e is a dusty, unsaturated beige with distinct golden yellow undertones. Because it sits at a mid-lightness, it works best as a supporting neutral rather than a dominant background, where it can occasionally appear muddy. This shade pairs well with soft charcoal or muted slate blues to ground its warmth. The hex code for this color is #ccc28e.
Questions about #ccc28e
What is #ccc28e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ccc28e is rgb(204, 194, 142), in HSL hsl(50, 38%, 68%) and in CMYK 0%, 5%, 30%, 20%.
What colors pair well with the dusty beige #ccc28e?
This shade works best when grounded by deeper tones to balance its natural lightness. Pair #ccc28e with charcoal or deep slate blues to provide necessary contrast, or use it alongside soft olive greens for a cohesive, nature-inspired palette that avoids looking muddy.
Is #ccc28e considered a warm or cool neutral color?
The #ccc28e shade is decidedly warm because of its distinct golden yellow undertones. While it remains muted and dusty rather than vibrant, the underlying yellow prevents it from feeling clinical or stark, making it useful for creating cozy, welcoming spaces that need a subtle base.
Is #ccc28e readable on white or black?
#ccc28e has a 1.79:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.67:1 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.