seashell 3

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #CDC5BF?

RGB(205, 197, 191), HSL(25,7, 12,3%, 77,6%), CMYK(0,0%, 3,9%, 6,8%, 19,6%).

Q: Does #CDC5BF meet WCAG contrast on white?

1,7:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

#CDC5BF

X11 color

Seashell 3 (#CDC5BF) is a medium, warm greige from the X11 Seashell series, where the pale warmth of the lighter variants has deepened to a substantial warm grey-beige. Used as a warm neutral in interior design, furniture palettes, and architectural schemes that seek warmth without colour commitment, it references aged limestone, linen, and natural undyed fabrics. The warmth and balance make it extremely versatile as a transitional neutral.

قيم الألوان

HEX

#CDC5BF

RGB

205, 197, 191

HSL

25,7, 12,3%, 77,6%

HSV

25,7, 6,8%, 80,4%

CMYK

0,0%, 3,9%, 6,8%, 19,6%

OKLCH

0,8282 0,0122 59,5

الخصائص

دافئ فاتح الأقرب: seashell 3

علم نفس الألوان

Light oranges like peach and apricot radiate friendliness, comfort, and gentle optimism. They are psychologically soothing and feel approachable without being overly stimulating. These tones often appear in hospitality and food branding to suggest warmth and welcome.

Design Usage

Soft oranges make excellent card backgrounds and notification banners that need attention without alarm. They are popular in onboarding flows and empty-state illustrations to create a welcoming atmosphere. Pair them with slate gray text and white surfaces for a clean, modern look.