#D9D5C1 Hex Color
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This pale, bleached beige offers a neutral base with subtle yellow undertones. Because it sits high on the lightness scale, #d9d5c1 feels airy and clean, making it a reliable choice for large backgrounds or minimalist layouts. It provides excellent contrast for black type. Pair this shade with matte charcoal or deep slate to ground its delicate nature and prevent the overall design from washing out.
Questions about #d9d5c1
What is #d9d5c1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d9d5c1 is rgb(217, 213, 193), in HSL hsl(50, 24%, 80%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 11%, 15%.
What colors pair best with #d9d5c1?
Is #d9d5c1 considered a warm or cool neutral?
#d9d5c1 sits on the warmer side of the neutral spectrum due to its subtle yellow undertones. These warmth-leaning qualities make it more approachable than a stark, clinical off-white, allowing it to feel organic and comfortable in minimalist interiors or wellness branding.
Is #d9d5c1 readable on white or black?
#d9d5c1 has a 1.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.23:1 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.