Moonbeam
Also known as: Luxe Grey, Versatile Taupe, Light Glaze, Legendary
Moonbeam sits on the warm side of the spectrum: a muted orange that feels warm and inviting. Try it in autumn palettes and friendly UI accents. For contrast, pair it with a blue from its complementary palette below. For accessible text, use it on black or near-black backgrounds (10.76:1, passes WCAG AA) rather than white.
Moonbeam color codes
- HEX
- #C2B8AE
- RGB
- rgb(194, 184, 174)
- RGBA
- rgba(194, 184, 174, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(30, 14%, 72%)
- HSV
- hsv(30, 10%, 76%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 5%, 10%, 24%)
- LAB
- lab(75.4 2.4 6.4)
- OKLCH
- oklch(78.8% 0.018 67.6)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning warm
subtle orange undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: silver#C0C0C0 · ΔE 6.2
- RAL 7044 — Silk grey#BDBDB2 · ΔE 5.4 · 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 Moonbeam 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: A secondary brand color by nature: it supports a stronger primary and shines in illustration.
- 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 Moonbeam
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Moonbeam 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 1.95:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Aa — on black
contrast 10.76:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Best text color on a Moonbeam background: #000000
Palettes featuring Moonbeam
Moonbeam with its complement
Soft neighbors of Moonbeam
Moonbeam triad
Similar colors
- Rampart#BCB7B1 · ΔE 2.6
- Mercurial#B6B0A9 · ΔE 3.1
- Taupedo#BAAEA8 · ΔE 3.6
- Dove#B3ADA7 · ΔE 3.9
- Dim#C8C2BE · ΔE 3.9
- Oatmeal#C9C1B1 · ΔE 3.9
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Moonbeam is closest to Icebreaker.
Moonbeam FAQs
What color is Moonbeam?
Moonbeam is a light orange with the hex code #C2B8AE. In HSL terms it has a hue of 30°, 14% saturation, and 72% lightness.
What is the hex code for Moonbeam?
The hex code for Moonbeam is #C2B8AE. In RGB it's rgb(194, 184, 174), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 5%, 10%, 24%).
What colors go well with Moonbeam?
Moonbeam pairs naturally with blue tones from its complementary harmony, and with cyan accents from its split-complementary palette. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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