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#E3D3C8

Brightness
214.7
HSL (°,%,%)
24°, 33%, 84%
HSV V %
89%
Lab
85.5, 3.7, 7.4
PNG size
5.9 KB
Tone / Feel
light, soft warm hue
Black text 14.42:1 AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text 1.46:1 Fail (normal) · Fail (large)

Recommended text: Black (14.42:1 — AAA / AAA)

Color Profile: #E3D3C8

Common Name: Cappuccino Candy 5

RGB: 227, 211, 200

HSL: 31, 32%, 84%

Contrast Ratio (vs White): 1.8, AA Pass

Contrast Ratio (vs Black): 10.5, AA Pass

Mood: This color evokes a warm, soft, and comforting feel. It embodies subtle elegance and smooth tones, ideal for spaces or designs requiring neutrality without being too stark. Its gentle hue can create a serene ambiance, making it versatile in both modern and classic applications. A perfect background tone for more vibrant colors, #E3D3C8 offers a refined atmosphere and can easily work in home decor, fashion, or digital designs.
Popular in sophisticated spaces and trendy design schemes, this color has a timeless quality that appeals to those seeking calm, inviting interiors or products.

Notable Matches:

  • Dulux Trade - Cappuccino Candy 5 - #E3D3C8
  • Jotun Paint - Cotton Lace - #E3D7CF
  • Behr - Soft Shoe - #E6D4C7
  • Benjamin Moore - Light Mocha - #E3D0C5

Why Designers Use It:

  • This color is often used in both residential and commercial design due to its subtle and sophisticated nature, making it a great choice for backgrounds or larger surfaces where a neutral tone is needed.
  • Its versatility in interior design makes it a popular choice in spaces like living rooms, bedrooms, and offices, where warmth and a calming atmosphere are desired.
  • The color also finds use in fashion design, particularly in creating understated, elegant clothing collections that blend seamlessly with other hues.
  • Manufacturing often utilizes this shade in interior furnishings, soft goods like textiles, and even car interiors, where a neutral, comfortable aesthetic is important.
  • Its chemical or natural origins are linked to earthy tones, possibly drawn from minerals and powders used in pigment creation, resulting in a timeless, earthy appeal.

Notable Structures & Associations: This color has been a staple in both contemporary and traditional design, embodying a sense of natural elegance. It aligns with earthy, neutral color palettes and is often found in spaces where tranquility and subtle luxury are prioritized. This shade is also connected to certain natural elements like beige sands and soft wood tones, making it appealing in eco-friendly or sustainable design contexts.

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