#E3E5E7 Hex Color
A clean, airy bleached grey neutral
This bleached, pale grey offers a clean alternative to stark white. The hex code #e3e5e7 provides ample contrast for readable black typography, making it an ideal choice for UI backgrounds. Use this neutral tone to create airy, minimalist designs where content needs to breathe. It works effectively when paired with deep charcoal elements to anchor the lightness.
Questions about #e3e5e7
What is #e3e5e7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e3e5e7 is rgb(227, 229, 231), in HSL hsl(210, 8%, 90%) and in CMYK 2%, 1%, 0%, 9%.
How does #e3e5e7 perform as a background color for web design?
The #e3e5e7 tone functions as a high-readability alternative to stark white, providing just enough depth to reduce eye strain. It works particularly well when paired with charcoal or deep navy text to anchor minimalist layouts.
What color palettes work best with #e3e5e7?
Because #e3e5e7 is a neutral, bleached grey, it acts as a canvas for virtually any accent. It pairs effectively with muted pastels like sage for a natural feel, or provides a calm balance for bold, saturated primary colors.
Is #e3e5e7 readable on white or black?
#e3e5e7 has a 1.26:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.62:1 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.