Kefir
Also known as: Close Knit, Slow Perch, Subtle Shadow, Silverpointe
As a pale take on gray, Kefir carries quiet and sophisticated energy that suits minimal interfaces and architecture. Its complement lands in gray territory, which makes for striking two-color pairings. Accessibility-wise, it needs a dark backdrop — 14.24:1 on black clears AA.
Kefir color codes
- HEX
- #D5D5CE
- RGB
- rgb(213, 213, 206)
- RGBA
- rgba(213, 213, 206, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(60, 8%, 82%)
- HSV
- hsv(60, 3%, 84%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 0%, 3%, 16%)
- LAB
- lab(85.1 -0.9 3.5)
- OKLCH
- oklch(87.1% 0.009 106.6)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning warm
subtle yellow undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: lightgray#D3D3D3 · ΔE 3.6
- RAL 9018 — Papyrus white#CFD3CD · ΔE 2.0 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck — Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Kefir works
- Web & UI: A supporting-cast color for UI: chart fills, tags, empty-state illustrations — not text.
- Interiors: Soft and low-saturation — a candidate for full walls, where vivid colors overwhelm.
- Fashion: A wardrobe neutral: it anchors outfits and pairs with nearly any accent color.
- Branding: Craft and heritage material — coffee, leather goods, and premium packaging live here.
- Interiors: Strong for a whole room, excellent in doses: an accent wall, cabinetry, or a statement chair.
- Fashion: Wears best as the statement piece — a top, scarf, or shoes — against neutral basics.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Kefir
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Kefir by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 1.47:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Aa — on black
contrast 14.24:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Best text color on a Kefir background: #000000
Palettes featuring Kefir
Kefir with its complement
Soft neighbors of Kefir
Kefir triad
Similar colors
- Fog#D6D7D2 · ΔE 1.1
- Alaska#DADAD1 · ΔE 1.5
- Concrete#D2D1CD · ΔE 1.9
- Sterling#D1D4D1 · ΔE 2.2
- Light Grey#D8DCD6 · ΔE 2.4
- Greybeard#D4D0C5 · ΔE 2.6
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Kefir is closest to Steam Bath.
Kefir FAQs
What color is Kefir?
Kefir is a light gray with the hex code #D5D5CE. In HSL terms it has a hue of 60°, 8% saturation, and 82% lightness.
What is the hex code for Kefir?
The hex code for Kefir is #D5D5CE. In RGB it's rgb(213, 213, 206), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 0%, 3%, 16%).
What colors go well with Kefir?
Kefir pairs naturally with gray tones from its complementary harmony, and with blue accents from its split-complementary palette. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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