#DAE7D4 Hex Color
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#dae7d4 is a pale, desaturated lime with strong grey undertones that soften its natural energy. Because it is so light and airy, it functions best as a spacious background rather than a focal point. Use it to provide breathing room in minimalist UI layouts. Black text provides excellent readability against this shade, ensuring accessibility standards remain high for your body copy.
Questions about #dae7d4
What is #dae7d4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #dae7d4 is rgb(218, 231, 212), in HSL hsl(101, 28%, 87%) and in CMYK 6%, 0%, 8%, 9%.
Does #dae7d4 work well with dark text?
#dae7d4 provides excellent contrast for black or deep charcoal text, making it a safe choice for readable body copy. It offers enough lightness to feel airy while remaining grounded enough to avoid the visual strain of pure white backgrounds.
Which colors pair well with #dae7d4?
Pair #dae7d4 with charcoal for a high-contrast professional look, or combine it with soft earth tones like terracotta for a natural, organic palette. Because it is so desaturated, it acts as a neutral base that lets bolder accent colors stand out.
Is #dae7d4 readable on white or black?
#dae7d4 has a 1.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.36:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.