#DBDFDC Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
This pale, bleached grey acts as a functional neutral that mimics the look of raw concrete or architectural paper. Because it offers strong contrast against black text, it works well as a background for minimal interfaces. Pair #dbdfdc with charcoal or deep slate for a sophisticated monochromatic palette, as its high lightness can make it feel washed out alongside pure white.
Questions about #dbdfdc
What is #dbdfdc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #dbdfdc is rgb(219, 223, 220), in HSL hsl(135, 6%, 87%) and in CMYK 2%, 0%, 1%, 13%.
What design style suits the color #dbdfdc?
#dbdfdc excels in brutalist or minimalist design projects where an industrial, architectural aesthetic is desired. It mimics the texture of raw paper or unpolished concrete, providing a sophisticated, de-saturated foundation that keeps layouts feeling open and intentional.
Is #dbdfdc readable on white or black?
#dbdfdc has a 1.34:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.60:1 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.