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#BDB788 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #BDB788 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#BDB788 Color Information

#BDB788 RGB value is (189, 183, 136). The hex color red value is 189, green is 183, and blue is 136. Its HSL format shows a hue of 53°, saturation of 29 percent, and lightness of64 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 3 percent, 28 percent, 26percent.

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#BDB788 Color Meaning

color #BDB788 embodies tranquility, wisdom, and natural balance. #BDB788 muted green-gray evokes herb gardens, soft foliage, and understated harmony. Psychologically, Color #BDB788 promotes calm reflection, rational thinking, and emotional stability, making #BDB788 ideal for restful or contemplative spaces. Culturally, Color #BDB788 is associated with wellness, minimalism, and organic design, reflecting authenticity and subtle sophistication. Spiritually, #BDB788 represents cleansing, insight, and measured judgment, encouraging mindfulness and a deep connection to the natural rhythm of life. Its muted tone provides comfort without overwhelming perception.

Color Conversion

Convert #BDB788 across different color models and formats. These conversions help designers work seamlessly between digital and print media, ensuring this color maintains its intended appearance across RGB screens, CMYK printers, and HSL color manipulations.

HEX
#BDB788
RGB
rgb(189, 183, 136)
HSL
hsl(53°, 29%, 64%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 3%, 28%, 26%)
HSV
hsv(53°, 28%, 74%)
XYZ
42.3637 46.4634 30.0281
Yxy
46.4634 0.3564 0.3909
Hunter Lab
68.1641 -1.1397 4.1314
CIE-Lab
73.8452 -5.3297 24.7231

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red189 / 255 (74%)
74%
Green183 / 255 (72%)
72%
Blue136 / 255 (53%)
53%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta3 / 100 (3%)
Yellow28 / 100 (28%)
28%
Key (Black)26 / 100 (26%)
26%

Color Variations

#BDB788 harmonies come to life through carefully balanced shades, tints, and tones, giving this color depth and flexibility across light and dark variations. Shades add richness, tints bring an airy softness, and tones soften intensity, making it easy to pair in clean, modern palettes.

Color Harmonies

#BDB788 harmonies create beautiful relationships with other colors based on their position on the color wheel. Each harmony type offers unique design possibilities, enabling cohesive and visually appealing color schemes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker

(WCAG 2.1) Test #BDB788 for accessibility compliance against white and black backgrounds. Proper contrast ensures this color remains readable and usable for all audiences, meeting WCAG 2.1 standards for both normal and large text applications.

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Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

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WCAG AAA

Normal Text

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WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

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WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #BDB788 appears to people with different types of color vision deficiencies. These simulations help create more inclusive designs that consider how this color is perceived across various visual abilities.

Normal Vision

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protanopia

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Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #BDB788;

Text Color

color: #BDB788;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #BDB788;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #BDB78840;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #BDB788;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #BDB788 0%, #7a7443 100%);

#BDB788 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #BDB788 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.