#E0D9D9 Hex Color
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This extremely pale, neutral grey reads as a bleached, airy white on screen. Because of its high lightness, it functions best as a background that replaces pure white for a softer, more professional interface. Black text maintains high accessibility contrast against this hue. The hex code for this delicate, balanced shade is #e0d9d9.
Questions about #e0d9d9
What is #e0d9d9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e0d9d9 is rgb(224, 217, 217), in HSL hsl(0, 10%, 86%) and in CMYK 0%, 3%, 3%, 12%.
Is #e0d9d9 suitable for interface backgrounds?
#e0d9d9 is an excellent choice for interface backgrounds because its subtle grey undertone reduces the harshness of pure white while maintaining high readability. It feels more premium and intentional than a flat screen-white without sacrificing any clarity for black text.
What colors pair best with #e0d9d9?
Is #e0d9d9 readable on white or black?
#e0d9d9 has a 1.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.09:1 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.