#C6B9B8
- Brightness
- 188.9
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 4°, 11%, 75%
- HSV V %
- 78%
- Lab
- 76.2, 4.4, 2.2
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 7%, 7%, 22%
- PNG size
- 6.8 KB
- Tone / Feel
- light, muted warm hue
Recommended text: Black (11.03:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #C6B9B8
Common Name: Studio Mauve
RGB: 198, 185, 184
HSL: 10°, 10%, 77%
Contrast vs White: 56.5, AA Pass
Contrast vs Black: 13.7, AA Pass
Mood: This color exudes a soft, calm elegance, often associated with serene and sophisticated atmospheres. It balances warmth and coolness, making it ideal for relaxed yet refined environments. Popular in both interior design and fashion, Studio Mauve tends to feel timeless and adaptable to various contexts.
Close Matches
- Sherwin Williams: Studio Mauve (#C6B9B8) - Exact match.
- Munsell: 10rp 7.5/1.5 (#C6B9B9) - ΔE=0.54, very close.
- Behr: Mauve It (#CCBABC) - ΔE=2.60, close but warmer tones.
- Pantone: Lilac Marble (#C3BABF) - ΔE=3.57, softer and lighter shade.
Why Designers Use It:
Studio Mauve is a subtle, neutral shade with a delicate balance between gray and purple. It's favored for its versatility in both interior and graphic design. This color is often used in high-end design for fashion, home interiors, and product packaging. Its understated yet elegant tone makes it suitable for a wide range of applications, from contemporary minimalist styles to more traditional aesthetics.
The hue aligns well with modern aesthetics and is often found in luxury brands, often in textiles, paints, and even electronics. Its connection to tranquility and understated luxury makes it especially popular in spaces intended for relaxation, like spas and bedrooms. It also carries historical connotations in the art world, where muted tones have been used to evoke vintage or nostalgic feels. With an increasing trend towards minimalist and neutral color schemes, Studio Mauve remains a timeless, classy choice in both digital and physical design spaces.