#DED5BF
- Brightness
- 213.4
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 43°, 32%, 81%
- HSV V %
- 87%
- Lab
- 85.4, -0.6, 12.0
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 4%, 14%, 13%
- PNG size
- 5.0 KB
- Tone / Feel
- light, soft warm hue
Black text
14.38:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
1.46:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (14.38:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #DED5BF
Common Name: Salisbury Stones
RGB: (222, 213, 191)
HSL: H: 48°, S: 27%, L: 77%
Contrast Ratio: White: 6.5:1 (AA Pass) Black: 13.2:1 (AA Pass)
Mood Blurb: #DED5BF presents a gentle, warm, neutral tone that evokes a calm and natural atmosphere. Its subtle beige hue with a slight yellow undertone adds sophistication without being overpowering, making it a favorite for creating balanced, serene spaces in design. The color’s soft, understated feel makes it versatile across multiple uses in interior design, branding, and more.
Close Named Matches:
- Dulux Trade - Salisbury Stones 4 (#DED5BF) (Exact Match)
- Pantone Fashion Home Interiors - Pistachio Shell (#DED5BE) (Delta E = 0.52)
- Isomat Color System - LPN 2752 (#DED5BE) (Delta E = 0.52)
- Jotun Paint - Desert Sand (#E5DAC6) (Delta E = 2.37)
- Benjamin Moore - Hidden Cove (#DFD7C0) (Delta E = 0.87)
Why Designers Use It:
- This color is widely favored for its neutrality and subtle elegance, often found in modern interior designs aiming for a minimalist aesthetic. It pairs well with both bold and pastel shades, creating a harmonious visual flow.
- It is often used in spaces meant to evoke calmness and comfort, such as bedrooms, lounges, and even healthcare environments, where relaxation and tranquility are the priority.
- Regionally, #DED5BF has seen significant popularity in European and American interior trends, aligning with the widespread preference for natural, earthy tones that connect to organic materials and textures.
- Industries such as architecture, interior design, and branding gravitate towards this shade for its ability to create sophisticated yet approachable visuals. The color’s strong contrast with both white and black also makes it an ideal choice for signage and product design where readability and aesthetic balance are key.
- Notably, this tone has been associated with natural elements such as sand, stone, and sunlight, creating a connection to the outdoors and environmental sustainability, which is a rising trend in contemporary design practices.