#CFC9B8 Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
This pale, desaturated beige leans toward ashy grey with faint yellow undertones. Because it is light and airy, #cfc9b8 works best as a neutral background that avoids the starkness of pure white. It pairs well with charcoal or dark slate to create high-contrast, readable typography. The hex code for this subtle, understated shade is #cfc9b8.
Questions about #cfc9b8
What is #cfc9b8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cfc9b8 is rgb(207, 201, 184), in HSL hsl(44, 19%, 77%) and in CMYK 0%, 3%, 11%, 19%.
What colors pair best with #cfc9b8 in a design scheme?
#cfc9b8 functions as a versatile neutral that gains depth when paired with charcoal or deep slate tones for high-contrast typography. For a warmer, organic palette, try combining it with muted earth tones like terracotta or soft sage greens.
Is #cfc9b8 considered a warm or cool neutral?
#cfc9b8 occupies a unique middle ground because its base is a cool, ashy grey, but it contains just enough faint yellow pigment to read as a soft, warm beige. This balance prevents it from feeling clinical or cold.
Is #cfc9b8 readable on white or black?
#cfc9b8 has a 1.65:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.69:1 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.