#E2DED4 Hex Color
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This desaturated, light off-white carries faint yellow and grey undertones. With its high lightness, the hex code #e2ded4 functions best as an airy background for minimalist design interfaces. It provides enough contrast to keep small black body text readable while offering a softer, more organic feel than pure white. Pair it with deep charcoal or muted olive greens for a sophisticated, grounded aesthetic.
Questions about #e2ded4
What is #e2ded4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e2ded4 is rgb(226, 222, 212), in HSL hsl(43, 19%, 86%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 6%, 11%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Does #e2ded4 read as a warm or cool color?
#e2ded4 is primarily a neutral shade that leans slightly warm due to its faint yellow undertones. However, the grey desaturation keeps it grounded, making it feel less like a true cream and more like an elevated, architectural limestone.
What colors pair best with #e2ded4 in a design layout?
Is #e2ded4 readable on white or black?
#e2ded4 has a 1.34:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.63:1 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.