#DCC3B3
- Brightness
- 201.1
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 23°, 37%, 78%
- HSV V %
- 86%
- Lab
- 80.5, 6.3, 11.3
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 11%, 19%, 14%
- PNG size
- 5.7 KB
- Tone / Feel
- light, soft warm hue
Black text
12.50:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
1.68:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (12.50:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #DCC3B3
Common Name: Mellow Beige
RGB: 220, 195, 179
HSL: 30°, 25%, 77%
Contrast: White: 16.5, Black: 12.4 (AA pass for both)
Mood: A calm and sophisticated tone, often associated with warmth and comfort. It's a timeless, subtle color that finds itself at home in both modern and vintage spaces. The soft, muted nature of this shade is often used to create a soothing atmosphere, ideal for interiors, fashion, and design focused on understated elegance.
Notable Matches:
- Shell Pink (AS2700 - #D5BEB4) - A close match in terms of muted softness, providing a gentle warmth for interiors.
- Mission Stone (Behr - #DBC5B6) - Slightly warmer tones, but shares the same refined elegance.
- Milk Shake (Benjamin Moore - #DDC1B0) - Another soft beige, perfect for creating cozy environments.
- Setting Plaster (Farrow and Ball - #DFC2AF) - A more pinkish version, still in the same muted beige family, perfect for traditional design themes.
Why Designers Use It:
- Versatile across many design industries, from home decor to fashion, as it evokes a warm, timeless feel.
- Highly adaptable, blending well with natural materials such as wood and stone, and perfect for minimalist or Scandinavian-inspired interiors.
- Due to its muted tone, it's a popular choice for creating calm, welcoming environments, particularly in spaces like living rooms, bedrooms, and offices.
- While not a trendy color, it enjoys consistent popularity in classic and heritage designs, making it a staple in various design traditions.
- Often linked to vintage aesthetics and has a subtle association with the natural world, reminiscent of soft sand or earthy tones.