Caroline
We tend to think of beige as a very standard, even boring, color. It’s used as a neutral color a lot of the time, but it’s actually a very useful color set.
It also has an elegant beauty to it that can really tie a room together and highlight décor. There are also more shades of beige than you may think, and I want to show you 25 of the very best shades!
Here are our Readers Most Voted for Shades of Beige
Beige
RGB: 245, 245, 220
Hex: #F5F5DC
Common Uses: Living room walls and bedroom décor.
Matches well with: Pastel blue
To begin, we have the classic, standard beige most of us will think of when someone mentions it. This shade is very light and neutral, making it perfect for spaces where you want the walls to compliment the décor, not distract from it.
Linen Beige
RGB: 250, 240, 230)
Hex: #FAF0E6
Common Uses: Office spaces, home exteriors.
Matches well with: Light green.
At first glance, linen beige will look very similar to regular beige. On closer inspection, it’s a bit lighter and warmer, making it an ideal option for someone who wants a slightly cozier feeling in a room.
Ivory Beige
RGB: 255, 248, 220
Hex: #FFF8DC
Common Uses: Bathroom towels and living room walls.
Matches well with: Very light blue.
Ivory beige is a lighter shade then the previous two, and it has a lovely softness to it. It’s a popular choice for bathroom towels and décor, and it would also be a great unassuming shade for a living room or other interior space.
Bisque Beige
RGB: 255, 228, 196)
Hex: #FFE4C4
Common Uses: Bedroom walls and home exteriors.
Matches well with: Light yellow.
Bisque beige has a pink hue to it that is very pleasing. It’s a shade that gives a bit of warmth without drawing attention to itself.
This is a great shade for bedroom walls or even your home exterior.
Wheat Beige
RGB: 245, 222, 179
Hex: #F5DEB3
Common Uses: Kitchen or office walls.
Matches well with: Lavender purple.
Wheat beige has a richness to it that makes for a very inviting space. I wouldn’t mind having this cover for my kitchen or maybe my home office.
That’s what came to mind for me, but what could you use it for?
Tan Beige
RGB: 210, 180, 140
Hex: #D2B48C
Common Uses: Exterior walls and garden areas.
Matches well with: Dark green.
Tan beige has a brown earthiness to it, making it a good choice for outdoor spaces and outdoor structures such as sheds or garden houses.
It’s also a great choice for a home exterior.
Khaki Beige
RGB: 240, 230, 140
Hex: #F0E68C
Common Uses: Kitchen walls and offices.
Matches well with: Light pastel red.
Khaki beige has a homely feeling to it that makes me think of lovely afternoons spent baking in my kitchen. I think it would be perfect for kitchen walls or maybe a tranquil office color scheme as well.
This is definitely one of my favorites!
Camel Beige
RGB: 193, 154, 107
Hex: #C19A6B
Common Uses: Décor highlights and outdoor spaces.
Matches well with: Pastel blue.
Camel beige is a dark shade of beige that can be amazing when used properly. It’s a shade I would use more for highlights, pillows and other décor that would compliment a lighter color scheme.
That’s just me though, so what do you think?
Sandy Beige
RGB: 244, 164, 96
Hex: #F4A460
Common Uses: Living room walls and office spaces.
Matches well with: Dark yellow.
Sandy beige is an interesting shade with a reddish warmth to it. This makes it good for cozy living room spaces or even an office area where you want to feel a bit more comfortable and inviting.
It could be used for a wide range of areas though!
Biscuit Beige
RGB: 222, 184, 135
Hex: #DEB887
Common Uses: Bathroom walls and outdoor spaces.
Matches well with: Light green.
Biscuit beige is another rich shade that is perfect for lots of different applications. It has the richness of the previous shade but is a little more subtle. I would definitely use this for a lovely bathroom color scheme.
Champagne Beige
RGB: 247, 231, 206
Hex: #F7E7CE
Common Uses: Classy events and bedroom décor.
Matches well with: Light sky blue.
Champagne beige has an apt name, as it has a classy feeling that makes me think of wedding invitations and décor. It would also be a lovely color theme for an elegant bedroom setting. It is a very versatile shade and one of my favorites!
Almond Beige
RGB: 239, 222, 205
Hex: #EFDECD
Common Uses: Office settings and exterior highlights.
Matches well with: Light pastel pink.
Almond beige is a darker shade with a lovely softness to it. It would be a good fit for an area where you want to feel a bit more neutral, such as a home office.
It could also be a good highlight shade for lighter shades of a home exterior.
Seashell Beige
RGB: 255, 245, 238
Hex: #FFF5EE
Common Uses: Living room walls and event invites.
Matches well with: Milky turquoise.
Seashell beige is such a soft color that it may be hard to see it in certain settings. This makes it a wonderfully subtle shade that won’t draw attention away from your décor and decorations. Where would you like to use it?
Ivory Cream Beige
RGB: 255, 240, 193
Hex: #FFF0C1
Common Uses: Bedroom pillows and sheets.
Matches well with: Light pastel green.
Ivory cream beige is another shade popular for things like bedroom décor and bathroom towels. It’s a soft and pretty shade that would also be soft enough for walls of an interior space. This is another of my favorites!
Ecru Beige
RGB: 194, 178, 128
Hex: #C2B280
Common Uses: Outdoor spaces or highlights.
Matches well with: Muted dark green.
Ecru beige may not be as versatile as some other shades, but used correctly it can be an amazing choice. It would be great for earthy outdoor settings or as a subtle highlight for lighter colors and shades.
Sandy Brown
RGB: 244, 164, 96
Hex: #F4A460
Common Uses: Kitchen walls or rooms with natural light.
Matches well with: Burnt dark yellow.
Sandy brown is a hue that pushes the limits of what we consider beige. It’s an extreme for this color that’s a bit darker than you may expect.
This would be a good pick for kitchen walls or rooms that get decent natural light.
Moccasin Beige
RGB: 255, 228, 181
Hex: #FFE4B5
Common Uses: Adult bedrooms and living room accents.
Matches well with: Pale turquoise.
Moccasin beige is a shade that is pale and versatile but has a bit of warmth to it. This makes it ideal for many styles and tastes, so it’s a good halfway point to consider if you’re not sure what to go for.
Pale Goldenrod Beige
RGB: 238, 232, 170
Hex: #EEE8AA
Common Uses: Kitchen walls or muted color schemes.
Matches well with: Light purple.
Pale goldenrod beige may be a mouthful to say, but the actual color is actually quite simple and muted. It’s perfect for complementing almost any color scheme though, so you could use it for pretty much anything you need!
Buff Beige
RGB: 240, 220, 130
Hex: #F0DC82
Common Uses: Home exteriors and bathroom color scheme.
Matches well with: Light green.
The name buff beige suggests a strong, overpowering color, but it’s quite a simple, elegant shade. I could see this being used for the outer walls of a home or maybe as the dominant color scheme for a bathroom.
Peach Puff Beige
RGB: 255, 218, 185
Hex: #FFDAB9
Common Uses: Girl’s bedroom or a nursery.
Matches well with: Pale yellow.
It may be hard to believe that this is a form of beige, but this pinkish hue would be considered so. It’s a beautiful shade that would be amazing for a little girl’s room or maybe even a nursery.
Navajo White Beige
RGB: 255, 222, 173
Hex: #FFDEAD
Common Uses: Neutral bedroom color scheme or home exterior.
Matches well with: Pale pink.
Navajo white beige is another pinkish form of beige that has many versatile uses. It could be a good fit for many different bedroom styes, and it’s subtle enough that it could be used for the outer walls of a house.
Antique White Beige
RGB: 250, 235, 215
Hex: # FAEBD7
Common Uses: Office spaces or elegant party décor.
Matches well with: Cream.
Antique white beige is another beautifully light and subtle shade that may not be flashy, but it creates a lovely calm feeling when you look at it. I would definitely use this for an office space or an elegant party.
Old Lace Beige
RGB: 253, 245, 230
Hex: #FDF5E6
Common Uses: Bright and breezy rooms and terraces.
Matches well with: Light pastel blue.
Old lace beige has a very classy-sounding name, and the color matches this mood. This is a very light and elegant color that has a really classic feel to it. You could use this for so many surfaces and it would look amazing!
Vanilla Beige
RGB: 243, 229, 171
Hex: #F3E5AB
Common Uses: Interior wall spaces and bedroom décor.
Matches well with: Lavender purple.
Vanilla beige is a shade that could work in almost any capacity you need it in. Paired with a lovely lavender purple, you could make this an amazing fit for an elegant bedroom setting. Do you have a room in mind for this shade?
Linen Tan Beige
RGB: 234, 230, 202
Hex: #EAE6CA
Common Uses: Offices or muted color schemes.
Matches well with: Light green.
Our final shade is linen tan beige, a very pale version of this color. You could use this for any settings with a calm, muted color scheme. Is this a shade you will choose for your home?
In Summary
We may think of beige as a standard, neutral color, but we have seen in this overview that there is more to it than that! My personal favorite was probably champagne beige because it’s so mild and versatile.
That was my top pick, but now it’s time for you to choose your favorites and experiment!
