#DBD0BE Hex Color
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#dbd0be is a pale, muted beige with soft orange and yellow undertones. Its faded, lightly gray cast gives interiors, packaging, and minimalist layouts a delicate, airy feel. Use it as a dominant background with black text for strong readability. The hex code #dbd0be also suits autumn palettes, cosmetics, stationery, and warm neutral fashion accents.
Questions about #dbd0be
What is #dbd0be in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #dbd0be is rgb(219, 208, 190), in HSL hsl(37, 29%, 80%) and in CMYK 0%, 5%, 13%, 14%.
What colors pair well with #dbd0be?
#dbd0be pairs well with charcoal for readable contrast, muted terracotta or burgundy for warmth, and olive for an earthy palette. Warm white keeps combinations soft, while dark brown can anchor packaging and interiors.
Is #dbd0be a warm or cool color?
#dbd0be reads as a warm beige because its pale base carries soft orange and yellow undertones, while the gray cast tempers the warmth. It feels calm and faded rather than creamy, making it useful for understated backgrounds.
Is #dbd0be readable on white or black?
#dbd0be has a 1.52:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.77:1 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.