#D2B89D Hex Color
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#d2b89d is a dusty, unsaturated orange that reads as a light, sandy neutral. Because of its low chroma, it works best as a supporting background color rather than a primary focus. Pair it with charcoal gray or deep slate blue to ground the softness. The hex code for this gentle shade is #d2b89d, which provides excellent contrast against black text for readable interfaces.
Questions about #d2b89d
What is #d2b89d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d2b89d is rgb(210, 184, 157), in HSL hsl(31, 37%, 72%) and in CMYK 0%, 12%, 25%, 18%.
How can I effectively use #d2b89d in a UI design?
#d2b89d works beautifully as a soft, neutral canvas for websites that require a calm, organic aesthetic. Pair this shade with dark charcoal or deep slate text to ensure high readability and maintain a professional, balanced contrast ratio.
Does #d2b89d lean warm or cool in a color palette?
#d2b89d is distinctly warm, carrying subtle earthy, orange undertones that evoke sand and sun-dried clay. It functions as a grounding element, preventing cooler palettes from feeling too sterile or harsh by adding a touch of natural, muted comfort.
Is #d2b89d readable on white or black?
#d2b89d has a 1.89:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.08:1 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.