#D6C9BC Hex Color
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#d6c9bc is a pale, muted orange with beige and ashy gray undertones. Its bleached, airy finish suggests delicacy and cleanliness, while gentle warmth suits optimistic autumn or food branding. Use it as a dominant background in minimal layouts, pairing it with charcoal for definition. The hex code is #d6c9bc, with about 12.9:1 contrast for black text.
Questions about #d6c9bc
What is #d6c9bc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d6c9bc is rgb(214, 201, 188), in HSL hsl(30, 24%, 79%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 12%, 16%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #d6c9bc?
#d6c9bc pairs well with charcoal, muted terracotta, olive, and warm white, creating contrast while preserving its soft, natural feel. Use charcoal for text or controls, and warmer accents for buttons, illustrations, or small highlights.
Is #d6c9bc readable on white or black?
#d6c9bc has a 1.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.94:1 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.