#DAD2C7 Hex Color
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The hex code #dad2c7 is a pale, faded orange-gray with warm beige undertones and very low saturation. Its light, softened surface suggests delicacy and clean open space. It suits minimalist backgrounds, food packaging, and autumn palettes. Use it as a dominant base with charcoal text; black text provides about a 14.0:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #dad2c7
What is #dad2c7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #dad2c7 is rgb(218, 210, 199), in HSL hsl(35, 20%, 82%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 9%, 15%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #dad2c7?
#dad2c7 pairs well with charcoal, muted navy, and dark olive because its pale, warm gray base gives stronger colors room to lead across restrained interface and packaging palettes without making the background feel stark. Charcoal offers the clearest text contrast, while muted navy adds a cooler, editorial counterpoint.
Does #dad2c7 read warm or cool?
#dad2c7 reads warm rather than cool because its low-saturation gray base carries a subtle orange-beige undertone that stays visible against white, black, and cooler neutral backgrounds in both digital and printed layouts. Its restrained chroma keeps that warmth understated, so it supports clean layouts without the heaviness of stronger cream or tan shades.
Is #dad2c7 readable on white or black?
#dad2c7 has a 1.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.02:1 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.