#D9B492 Hex Color
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This dusty, desaturated peach sits in the warm family of neutrals with a mellow, ashy undertone. Because it is highly readable against black text, it works well as a subtle background shade that feels more organic than pure white. Try pairing #d9b492 with deep charcoals or slate blues to avoid a washed-out look. The hex code for this color is #d9b492.
Questions about #d9b492
What is #d9b492 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d9b492 is rgb(217, 180, 146), in HSL hsl(29, 48%, 71%) and in CMYK 0%, 17%, 33%, 15%.
What colors pair best with #d9b492?
This color shines when paired with deep, cool tones like charcoal or slate blue to create visual contrast. The warmth of #d9b492 prevents these darker shades from feeling too harsh, creating a professional and balanced palette that is highly readable.
How should I use #d9b492 in a UI design?
Use #d9b492 as a background base to create a softer, more organic interface than sterile white allows. It works exceptionally well with black text or dark grey typography, providing an approachable mood that reduces eye strain while maintaining a clean, modern aesthetic.
Is #d9b492 readable on white or black?
#d9b492 has a 1.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.89:1 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.