#D2CAC9 Hex Color
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#d2cac9 is a pale, muted gray with a soft warm undertone and a gently faded, powdery finish. Its lightness gives layouts an airy, restrained feel, making it effective as a supporting background in minimalist interfaces, product design, and architecture. Pair it with charcoal or deep navy for crisp definition. The hex code #d2cac9 provides about 13:1 contrast with black text, exceeding WCAG AA requirements.
Questions about #d2cac9
What is #d2cac9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d2cac9 is rgb(210, 202, 201), in HSL hsl(7, 9%, 81%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 4%, 18%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #d2cac9?
Pair #d2cac9 with charcoal or deep navy for crisp definition, or use muted sage and terracotta accents for a warmer, softer palette that preserves its restrained character in interiors and interfaces.
Does #d2cac9 read as warm or cool?
#d2cac9 reads as a warm-leaning neutral gray because its pale gray base carries a subtle beige-pink undertone, giving it a softer, more powdery appearance than a blue-based gray on screen.
Is #d2cac9 readable on white or black?
#d2cac9 has a 1.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.03:1 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.