#D2DAC9
- Brightness
- 213.7
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 88°, 19%, 82%
- HSV V %
- 85%
- Lab
- 86.0, -5.7, 7.4
- CMYK (%)
- 4%, 0%, 8%, 15%
- PNG size
- 6.2 KB
- Tone / Feel
- light, soft cool hue
Recommended text: Black (14.61:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #D2DAC9
Common Name: Soft Grayish Green
RGB: 210, 218, 201
HSL: 93°, 15%, 83%
Contrast:
Vs. White: 1.2, Passes AA
Vs. Black: 11.6, Passes AA
Mood Blurb: #D2DAC9 brings a calm and serene atmosphere. This color is often associated with peaceful settings, offering a soft and subtle appeal. It's a versatile tone that complements both warm and cool palettes, often evoking feelings of quiet sophistication or tranquil simplicity. It's popular in contemporary interiors and corporate designs for its neutrality and understated elegance.
Close Named Matches:
- Benjamin Moore: Par Four (#D2D8C8) - ΔE=1.04
- Behr: Gentle Green (#D3DACA) - ΔE=0.65
- Jotun: Sour Onion (#CFD8CA) - ΔE=1.75
- Sikkens: 5051 Color Concept (#D2D6C5) - ΔE=1.85
- R.A.L: Grey White (#D9D7CF) - ΔE=5.97
Why Designers Use It:
This particular color is favored in design fields due to its soft, neutral tone, making it perfect for creating subtle contrasts without overwhelming a space or design. Its minimalistic quality is commonly seen in modern and Scandinavian design, lending an air of sophistication and calm. The color is well-suited for interior spaces, from residential to commercial, due to its versatility and ability to complement various other shades. It's also a go-to for creating clean, timeless palettes in web design and branding, where subtle elegance is key.
The color is often tied to trends in wellness and mindfulness spaces, where serene, grounding aesthetics are prioritized. It's especially used in industries like interior design, architecture, and even product packaging for high-end consumer goods. Notably, it’s part of some design standards (e.g., Australian Standard AS2700 G42 Glacier), where muted tones are chosen for their neutral and calming effects.