#C5B9AC
- Brightness
- 187.3
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 31°, 18%, 72%
- HSV V %
- 77%
- Lab
- 75.8, 2.0, 8.1
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 6%, 13%, 23%
- PNG size
- 6.4 KB
- Tone / Feel
- light, muted warm hue
Recommended text: Black (10.91:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #C5B9AC
Common Name: Hempel Gray
RGB: (197, 185, 172)
HSL: (33, 20%, 74%)
Contrast (vs White): 4.5
AA Pass
Contrast (vs Black): 6.3
AA Pass
Mood: This neutral, soft gray hue exudes calm and sophistication. It serves as a versatile backdrop in design, creating an understated yet refined atmosphere. Ideal for spaces that demand elegance without overwhelming the viewer.
Notable Matches:
- Hempel Gray - #C5B9AC (Hempel)
- Peyote - #C5BBAE (Pantone FHI)
- Race Track - #CABDB3 (Behr)
- Rolling Fog - #C7BDB0 (Little Greene)
- Legendary - #C6BAAF (PPG Paint)
Why Designers Use It:
This shade is loved for its understated elegance and neutrality, making it a go-to for both modern and classic interiors. It's commonly used in commercial design and branding for its ability to blend with a wide range of other colors. Designers choose it for its subtlety, which allows other elements to shine without the color being overpowering. It’s popular in industries such as interior design, automotive, and architecture, often seen in high-end product designs, office spaces, and luxury packaging. The versatility of this tone, often associated with calm and professionalism, also finds favor in more creative fields such as visual arts and fashion, where it serves as a versatile background color.
Notable Structures: Frequently used in minimalist and industrial-style designs, as well as branding for upscale products, it has a close tie to the concept of sophistication and purity. Designers have also embraced it in spaces that aim to balance luxury with restraint.