#CFC3BC
- Brightness
- 197.9
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 22°, 17%, 77%
- HSV V %
- 81%
- Lab
- 79.6, 3.0, 5.0
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 6%, 9%, 19%
- PNG size
- 5.3 KB
- Tone / Feel
- light, muted warm hue
Recommended text: Black (12.19:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #CFC3BC
Common Name: Soft Grey
RGB: 207, 195, 188
HSL: 30°, 11%, 80%
Contrast Ratios:
- Contrast vs White: 2.5 (Fail AA)
- Contrast vs Black: 11.8 (Pass AA)
Mood Blurb:
This soft grey has a gentle, subdued presence. It's light enough to create an airy feel but with enough depth to add a calming warmth. Often found in modern interiors, it promotes a peaceful atmosphere, making it a favorite for minimalist design and spaces that need a neutral backdrop.
Notable Close Matches:
- Kelly Moore - Avorio (#CFC3BE) - Delicate, soft grey with a slight beige undertone.
- Sikkens - 5051 Color Concept (#CFC3BC) - A direct match with a clean, minimalist look.
- Behr - Smoked Umber (#D0C4BC) - Slightly warmer with a muted brownish hue.
- Benjamin Moore - Gobi Desert (#D4C4BE) - A beige-grey mix with a little more warmth.
Why Designers Use It:
Subtle and versatile, #CFC3BC is a popular choice for creating sophisticated, neutral environments. Its soft grey tone makes it ideal for use in contemporary and minimalist designs, especially in interior decor, branding, and tech product aesthetics. This color is often seen in spaces designed to promote focus, tranquility, and open, airy layouts.
It is particularly favored in high-end interior design where it is paired with accents in warmer hues or metallic finishes. Additionally, industries such as fashion and luxury goods incorporate this color to communicate elegance and timelessness. It is also frequently used in branding for tech products due to its clean, neutral appeal.
The color has a strong affiliation with both modern and traditional aesthetics, making it adaptable across various design styles. Its neutral palette has roots in natural stone and the calming tones of early morning light, which contributes to its widespread use in interior design, as well as in corporate branding and digital interfaces.