#CCC6BE Hex Color
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The hex code #ccc6be is a pale, desaturated orange with beige-gray undertones. Its light, ashy finish creates an airy sense of cleanliness and delicate warmth, making it effective for open-space backgrounds, food packaging, and autumn palettes. Use it as a dominant neutral with charcoal or burnt orange accents; black text remains highly readable at about 12.4:1 contrast.
Questions about #ccc6be
What is #ccc6be in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ccc6be is rgb(204, 198, 190), in HSL hsl(34, 12%, 77%) and in CMYK 0%, 3%, 7%, 20%.
What colors pair well with #ccc6be?
#ccc6be pairs well with charcoal for crisp contrast, burnt orange for an autumn feel, and soft white for a light, layered neutral palette that stays calm, airy, and understated in use. Darker accents add depth without overwhelming its muted warmth.
Is #ccc6be warm or cool?
#ccc6be reads as a warm neutral because its pale beige-gray base carries subtle orange undertones, while its desaturated, ashy finish keeps that warmth restrained and easy to layer with cooler neutrals. It adds warmth without a strong yellow or peach cast.
Is #ccc6be readable on white or black?
#ccc6be has a 1.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.38:1 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.