#D6DAC5 Hex Color
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#d6dac5 is a pale, muted yellow with soft gray and green undertones. Its high lightness and low saturation create a delicate, airy feel suited to minimalist backgrounds, open layouts, and budget-focused designs. Use it as a dominant base with charcoal or black text, which remains highly readable. The hex code for this faded yellow is #d6dac5.
Questions about #d6dac5
What is #d6dac5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d6dac5 is rgb(214, 218, 197), in HSL hsl(71, 22%, 81%) and in CMYK 2%, 0%, 10%, 15%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #d6dac5?
Pair #d6dac5 with charcoal, black, deep olive, or muted terracotta for contrast, while warm white and sage create a quieter palette. Its pale, gray-green yellow base works especially well with natural, restrained color schemes.
Does #d6dac5 look warm or cool?
#d6dac5 reads as a softly warm neutral because its yellow base is tempered by gray and a slight green undertone. Its high lightness keeps the warmth subtle, making it feel airy rather than creamy or strongly sunny.
Is #d6dac5 readable on white or black?
#d6dac5 has a 1.42:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.69:1 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.