#D0C494 Hex Color
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#d0c494 is a very unsaturated, dusty beige with clear yellow undertones. This delicate, light tone reads as clean and airy, serving as a reliable background for minimalist branding. Because it offers high contrast with black text, it maintains excellent readability at small sizes. Pair it with charcoal to ground its washed-out nature. The hex code #d0c494 works best as a neutral foundation.
Questions about #d0c494
What is #d0c494 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d0c494 is rgb(208, 196, 148), in HSL hsl(48, 39%, 70%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 29%, 18%.
What colors pair well with #d0c494 for a balanced palette?
This light beige works best when grounded by darker, high-contrast tones like charcoal or deep espresso. To add subtle warmth without overwhelming the neutral base, try mixing it with muted sage or soft terracotta accents for a sophisticated, earth-inspired aesthetic.
Is #d0c494 readable on white or black?
#d0c494 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.