#E3E1D9 Hex Color
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#e3e1d9 is a bleached, desaturated yellow that reads almost like a light, warm grey. This delicate hue offers excellent readability with black text, making it a functional choice for UI backgrounds where white feels too sterile. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate blue to create sophisticated contrast. The hex code for this airy shade is #e3e1d9.
Questions about #e3e1d9
What is #e3e1d9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e3e1d9 is rgb(227, 225, 217), in HSL hsl(48, 15%, 87%) and in CMYK 0%, 1%, 4%, 11%.
Where should I use #e3e1d9 in web design?
#e3e1d9 works best as a primary background color for modern, minimalist interfaces where pure white feels too harsh or clinical. Because of its slight yellow warmth, it provides excellent contrast for charcoal or deep slate text.
Does #e3e1d9 read as warm or cool?
#e3e1d9 is fundamentally a warm, desaturated neutral because of its subtle yellow undertones. While it mimics the appearance of a light grey, its warmth prevents it from feeling cold, making it ideal for creating inviting and comfortable user experiences.
Is #e3e1d9 readable on white or black?
#e3e1d9 has a 1.30:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.03:1 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.