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Tan

#D5BFAE

A light, muted tan — sophisticated balance of hue and saturation that conveys composure and subtle refinement, well-suited to modern, minimalist design.

Psychology

Gray is the connective tissue of interface design — neutral, balanced, and quiet. It supports without competing.

Meaning

Sophistication, neutrality, and restraint. Warm grays feel inviting; cool grays feel modern and technical.

Applications

Essential for backgrounds, borders, dividers, and secondary text in product UIs. Build a 9–11 step gray ramp early in any design system.

Conversion

HEX
D5BFAE
RGB
213, 191, 174
HSL
26, 32%, 76%
HSB
26, 18%, 84%
CMYK
0, 10, 18, 16
LAB
79, 6, 12
LCH
79, 13, 63
OKLCH
0.82, 0.03, 60
XYZ
54, 54, 48
LUV
79, 14, 16
HWB
26, 68%, 16%
Pantone
7527 C

Harmonies

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