Seagull
A crisp, bleached grey with neutral undertones
Seagull is a bleached, pale grey with minimal saturation. It acts as a professional, airy background that feels cleaner than standard white but keeps a neutral tone. Because black text offers excellent contrast against this hex code #e0ded8, it works well for typography and UI layouts. Be careful when pairing it with stark white, as it can look slightly muddy or dirty by comparison.
Questions about Seagull
What is the hex code for Seagull?
Seagull is #e0ded8. In RGB that is rgb(224, 222, 216), in HSL hsl(45, 11%, 86%) and in CMYK 0%, 1%, 4%, 12%.
How should I use Seagull #e0ded8 in interface design?
Seagull works exceptionally well as a secondary background color to soften high-contrast UI layouts. Because it is slightly greyer than pure white, using it behind black text reduces visual fatigue while maintaining a clean, professional aesthetic that feels more grounded than standard white.
Why does #e0ded8 sometimes look muddy when placed near white?
The subtle grey undertones in Seagull create a distinct contrast against stark white, which can unintentionally make the color appear slightly dirty or unwashed. To maintain a crisp appearance, pair it with muted neutrals like charcoal or soft earthy tones rather than pure white.
Is Seagull readable on white or black?
Seagull has a 1.34:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.60:1 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.