#D6D1BD Hex Color
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A pale, muted yellow with grey undertones, #d6d1bd offers a delicate alternative to stark white. This neutral shade provides an airy foundation for minimalist interiors or luxury packaging. It works best as a primary background color because black text maintains excellent readability against it. Avoid pairing this tone with very light creams, as it can appear washed out in direct contrast.
Questions about #d6d1bd
What is #d6d1bd in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d6d1bd is rgb(214, 209, 189), in HSL hsl(48, 23%, 79%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 12%, 16%.
Does #d6d1bd read as a warm or cool color?
While #d6d1bd possesses a sandy, yellow quality, its heavy gray undertones neutralize it significantly, making it appear cool and sophisticated rather than vibrant. This balance allows it to function effectively as a versatile, low-contrast neutral in most color schemes.
What colors pair well with #d6d1bd?
Is #d6d1bd readable on white or black?
#d6d1bd has a 1.53:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.71:1 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.