#E4D4D1 Hex Color
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#e4d4d1 is a desaturated, dusty red that leans into a neutral grey tone. It feels airy and clean, making it a practical choice for minimalist backgrounds where you need softness instead of pure white. Because it maintains excellent contrast with black text, it works well for body copy. Pair this hex code with dark charcoal for a grounded, modern look.
Questions about #e4d4d1
What is #e4d4d1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e4d4d1 is rgb(228, 212, 209), in HSL hsl(9, 26%, 86%) and in CMYK 0%, 7%, 8%, 11%.
What design aesthetic works best with #e4d4d1?
#e4d4d1 excels in clean, minimalist interfaces that require warmth without visual noise. It acts as a grounding neutral that feels professional yet approachable, making it highly effective when paired with deep charcoal text for improved readability.
Is #e4d4d1 readable on white or black?
#e4d4d1 has a 1.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.63:1 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.