#E2E9E5 Hex Color
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A pale, bleached grey, #e2e9e5 offers an airy neutral base for minimal interfaces. Its high lightness pairs effectively with black text, ensuring strong readability for body content. While it can appear washed out against pure white, this hex code excels as a sophisticated alternative to stark, clinical backgrounds. Use it to create stable, breathable layouts where design clarity remains the priority.
Questions about #e2e9e5
What is #e2e9e5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e2e9e5 is rgb(226, 233, 229), in HSL hsl(146, 14%, 90%) and in CMYK 3%, 0%, 2%, 9%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
When should I use #e2e9e5 instead of pure white?
Use #e2e9e5 when you need a softer, less clinical background that still maintains high contrast for dark text. It offers a sophisticated, breathable foundation for minimal interface designs where pure white might feel too harsh or overwhelming to the user's eye.
What colors pair well with #e2e9e5?
Is #e2e9e5 readable on white or black?
#e2e9e5 has a 1.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.02:1 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.