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Cream color
Cream is a warm, pale yellowish white, the color of fresh cream. It is cozier than white and a favorite base for warm interiors.
It is a light, warm color with an estimated light reflectance value (LRV) of 84.3.
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What colors go with cream?
Tried-and-true partners for cream in outfits and rooms:
Color wheel harmonies
Complementary – opposite on the color wheel, maximum contrast
Analogous – neighbors on the wheel, calm and blended
Triadic – three evenly spaced colors, balanced and lively
Split complementary – softer contrast than complementary
Tints and shades of cream
Lighter tints on the left, the base color in the middle, darker shades on the right.
Closest cream paint colors
The nearest paint color from each brand by perceived color difference (CIEDE2000). Screen colors are approximations; always test a sample on your wall.
Who looks good in cream?
In seasonal color analysis, cream or a very close shade appears in these palettes:
Similar colors
FAQ
What is the hex code for cream?
The hex code for cream is #F5ECD6. In RGB it is rgb(245, 236, 214), in HSL hsl(43, 61%, 90%) and in CMYK cmyk(0%, 4%, 13%, 4%).
What colors go with cream?
Cream pairs well with sage green, navy blue, terracotta, chocolate brown. For a color-wheel match, its complementary color is #D6DFF5.
Is cream a warm or cool color?
Cream is a warm color. It looks most harmonious next to other warm tones like cream, camel and olive.
What is the complementary color of cream?
The complementary color of cream (#F5ECD6) is #D6DFF5, directly opposite on the color wheel. Used together they create strong contrast, so use one as the main color and the other as an accent.
Recommended app · ColorScan
Is that really cream?
Point ColorScan at a sofa, a dress or a wall and see whether it is cream or something close, with the exact hex code and matching paint colors.
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