Beige

HEX: #F5F5DC | Modern Palette

On White
1.11:1
FAIL
On Black
18.98:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#F5F5DC
RGB
245, 245, 220
HSL
60°, 55% ,91%
CMYK
0, 0, 10, 4

About Beige

Beige (#F5F5DC) is a color with RGB(245, 245, 220) and HSL(60°, 55.6%, 91.2%). In design, it fits Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Background. Its complementary color is #DCDCF5, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #DCF5F5 and #F5DCF5. The name comes from beige (French).

  • HEX: #F5F5DC
  • RGB: 245, 245, 220
  • HSL: 60°, 55.6%, 91.2%
  • Style: Warm
  • Use case: Text, Button, Background
  • Complementary color: #DCDCF5
  • Triadic colors: #DCF5F5, #F5DCF5
  • The name comes from beige (French).

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Color Palettes

Beige #F5F5DC is used in Monochromatic, Neutral + Accent, Analogous, 3 + 1 + 1 palettes, giving designers ready-made combinations for backgrounds, surfaces, accents, and interface elements.

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
 
 
 
 
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Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
 
 
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Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
 
 
 
 
 
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.
 
 
 
 
 

Color Harmonies

Beige #F5F5DC pairs with #DCDCF5 as its complementary color, and #DCF5F5 and #F5DCF5 in triadic combinations. These harmony relationships help create balanced color combinations for UI, branding, and design work.

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

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Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

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Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

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Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

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Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

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Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

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Shades & Tints

The shade and tint range for Beige #F5F5DC moves from dark #141406 tones through the base color to lighter #F9F9EB tones, making it useful for depth, hierarchy, and background variation.

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Color Characteristics

Mood
Style
Warm
Use case
Text Button Background

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #F5F5DC
Protanopia #F5F5DC
Tritanopia #F8F2F2
Achromatopsia #F3F3F3

Frequently Asked Questions

Beige (#F5F5DC) is a color with RGB(245, 245, 220) and HSL(60°, 55.6%, 91.2%).

#F5F5DC pairs strongly with #DCDCF5 as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#F5F5DC is suitable for Text, Button, Background and works well with Warm styles.

The name Beige is linked to beige from French, meaning natural wool.

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word beige
Meaning natural wool
Language French
First Recorded Use 19th Century

History

The term 'beige' originally referred to the natural color of wool that had not been dyed or processed. It was adopted into English from French in the mid-19th century, particularly gaining traction in fashion and interior design. Its popularity surged as a neutral and sophisticated color choice. Over time, the definition expanded to include a range of pale, yellowish-brown or grayish-brown shades. It became a staple in minimalist aesthetics and classic design.

First Recorded Use

The word 'beige' was first used in French to describe the natural color of undyed, unbleached wool. It gained popularity as a color name in English around the mid-19th century.

Cultural Associations

Beige is widely perceived as a neutral, calming, and sophisticated color. In Western cultures, it is often associated with elegance, simplicity, and understated luxury. It is a popular choice for professional attire, home decor, and fashion due to its versatility and ability to complement other colors. However, it can also sometimes be associated with being 'boring' or 'unadventurous' by some, though its classic appeal generally outweighs this perception. In some contexts, it can evoke a sense of warmth and earthiness.

Similar Named Colors
Light Yellow #FFFFE0 ΔE 2.68
Cornsilk #FFF8DC ΔE 3.11
Light Yellow #FFFFED ΔE 3.29
Eggshell #F0EAD6 ΔE 4.04

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #F5F5DC;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #F5F5DC;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #F5F5DC;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #F5F5DC,
        #DCDCF5
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #F5F5DC,
        #DCDCF5
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$beige: #F5F5DC;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$beige-r: 245;
$beige-g: 245;
$beige-b: 220;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $beige;
    color: rgba($beige-r, $beige-g, $beige-b, 0.8);
}