BS 381C 358 Light Buff
#C9A87C  ·  hsl(34.29, 41.62%, 63.73%)
Tints & Shades
#3A2B18
#5C4526
#7F5F34
#A17942
#BB9159
#C9A87C
#D1B590
#D9C2A3
#E1CFB7
#E9DCCB
#F2E9DE
Color Values
Hex #C9A87C
RGB 201, 168, 124
HSL hsl(34.29, 41.62%, 63.73%)
CMYK 0%, 16%, 38%, 21%
CSS Variable
--color-bs-381c-358-light-buff: #C9A87C;
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On White
Zarighar
Bridal & formal wear
2.24:1 ratio
AA Normal ❌ AA Large ❌ AAA ❌
On Black
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Bridal & formal wear
9.38:1 ratio
AA Normal ✅ AA Large ✅ AAA ✅
About this color

BS 381C 358 Light Buff — BS 381C 358 Light Buff is an official colour from the British Standard BS 381C, used for identification, coding and special purposes in the UK. It belongs to the Beige family: a medium-toned, moderately saturated tone with hex code #C9A87C and RGB values of 201, 168, 124. Its dominant channel values give it a warm undertone typical of the BS 381C system. Light Buff is employed in industrial, military, transport and architectural applications. It pairs well with other BS 381C tones and neutral greys. Nearest neighbors: related BS 381C colours in the same hue group.

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Pure Katan / Banarsi Silk  +  ☀️ Daylight
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High-luster directional sheen with fluid drape and luminous specular highlights.
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Complexion Resonance

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Imperial Royal Contrast
Skin Complexion
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