#E3CCCC Hex Color
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This pale, desaturated rose brings a delicate and airy quality to minimal design projects. Because it sits so close to white, it provides excellent contrast for black text, making it a reliable choice for UI backgrounds. Use hex code #e3cccc as a soft base color, pairing it with deep charcoal or slate greys to keep the look clean rather than washed out.
Questions about #e3cccc
What is #e3cccc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e3cccc is rgb(227, 204, 204), in HSL hsl(0, 29%, 85%) and in CMYK 0%, 10%, 10%, 11%.
How should I pair #e3cccc in interface design?
Use #e3cccc as a subtle background to let darker elements stand out without straining the eye. It pairs naturally with charcoal or deep slate text, which maintains the minimalist, airy aesthetic while ensuring your content remains highly readable.
Does #e3cccc read as a warm or cool tone?
This color sits on the warm side of the neutral spectrum due to its subtle pink undertones, but its high saturation of white makes it feel very neutral. It functions effectively as a cleaner alternative to traditional beige or cream.
Is #e3cccc readable on white or black?
#e3cccc has a 1.52:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.77:1 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.