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#D3D7CF

Brightness
212.9
HSL (°,%,%)
90°, 9%, 83%
HSV V %
84%
Lab
85.5, -2.8, 4.0
PNG size
5.4 KB
Tone / Feel
light, muted cool hue
Black text 14.39:1 AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text 1.46:1 Fail (normal) · Fail (large)

Recommended text: Black (14.39:1 — AAA / AAA)

Color Profile: #D3D7CF

Common Name: Light Gray

RGB: (211, 215, 207)

HSL: (110, 9%, 83%)

Contrast with White: 64.9 (AA Pass)

Contrast with Black: 17.8 (AA Fail)

Mood: #D3D7CF has a soft, neutral feel, giving it a sense of tranquility and subtle sophistication. It’s often associated with calm, balanced spaces and is versatile enough to blend in modern, minimalist, and contemporary design themes. This color conveys a sense of subtle elegance while maintaining a comforting and unobtrusive presence.

Close Named Matches:

  • Munsell Color System: 10GY 8.5/0.5 - #D3D7CF
  • Federal Standard 595c: 25630 - #D3D4CD (ΔE=1.46)
  • Pantone FHI: 13-4305 TPG - Foggy Dew - #D1D4CD (ΔE=1.16)
  • Behr: BW-24 - Austere Gray - #D1D4CE (ΔE=1.46)

Why Designers Use It:

This color is commonly chosen in industries where neutral tones are needed to create calming and open spaces, such as interior design, architecture, and corporate branding. The subtle elegance of #D3D7CF makes it highly adaptable in various settings, whether in modern office designs, minimalist home interiors, or contemporary product packaging. Its versatility allows it to complement many other colors without overpowering, providing balance in more vibrant color schemes. Its soft, understated nature is particularly appreciated in design trends that favor clean, minimalist aesthetics. Furthermore, this color is often associated with technology, particularly in user interfaces for websites or apps, where a calm, non-distracting background is desired. It’s also used in textiles, particularly for neutral-toned fabrics and wallpapers. While it isn’t traditionally tied to any specific geographical or cultural symbolism, the neutral tone of #D3D7CF can be tied to modern luxury and contemporary trends in design.

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