#CADBCB
- Brightness
- 212.3
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 124°, 19%, 83%
- HSV V %
- 86%
- Lab
- 85.8, -8.6, 7.0
- CMYK (%)
- 8%, 0%, 7%, 14%
- PNG size
- 5.6 KB
- Tone / Feel
- light, soft cool hue
Black text
14.51:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
1.45:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (14.51:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #CADBCB
Common Name: Light Greenish Grey
RGB: 202, 189, 203
HSL: 180°, 16%, 79%
Contrast vs White: 6.6 (AA Pass)
Contrast vs Black: 12.2 (AA Pass)
Mood Blurb: This soft, subdued color carries a sense of calmness, simplicity, and freshness. Its gentle green undertone adds a touch of organic warmth, making it suitable for interior design and digital interfaces aiming for a neutral yet refreshing aesthetic.
Notable Matches:
- Australian Standard AS2700 - Glacier (#D6DFCB) ΔE=4.00
- Munsell Color System - 5g 8.5/1.5 (#C9DDCE) ΔE=1.28
- Pantone Solid Coated - 5595 C (#CAD8D0) ΔE=4.41
- Behr Paint - Mesa Verde (#C7D8C9) ΔE=1.16
- Dulux Color Palette - DH Pearl Color (#D0D7C7) ΔE=3.67
Why Designers Use It:
- This color is often utilized in interior design, creating a calming and neutral backdrop. It's a popular choice for spaces aiming to promote relaxation and balance.
- Its versatility makes it a frequent pick for digital interfaces, particularly in corporate or minimalistic designs where an unobtrusive, clean look is desired.
- Regionally, it's favored in Nordic countries, aligning with the cool tones often found in Scandinavian design aesthetics.
- It's a color commonly used in healthcare environments, due to its association with tranquility and cleanliness.
- As a color associated with the natural world, it evokes a sense of nature, making it popular in eco-friendly design and sustainability-focused brands.