#E4D6D1 Hex Color
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A pale, bleached orange with distinct grey undertones, #e4d6d1 feels airy and minimalist. Because it is highly desaturated, this hex code works best as a clean, neutral background rather than a primary branding element. It provides enough contrast for black text, making it a practical choice for UI designs. Pair it with deep charcoals or slate blues to keep the overall aesthetic from looking washed out.
Questions about #e4d6d1
What is #e4d6d1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e4d6d1 is rgb(228, 214, 209), in HSL hsl(16, 26%, 86%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 8%, 11%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Which colors pair best with #e4d6d1?
#e4d6d1 functions as a subtle neutral that anchors designs, making it an excellent choice for balancing bold accents. It looks particularly sophisticated when paired with charcoal for high-contrast text or deep slate blue to enhance its cool, desaturated undertones.
Is #e4d6d1 suitable for UI design backgrounds?
Yes, #e4d6d1 is a highly effective background choice because its desaturated nature provides a clean canvas without competing with foreground elements. It offers enough contrast to maintain readability when using standard black or dark grey typography for interfaces.
Is #e4d6d1 readable on white or black?
#e4d6d1 has a 1.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.83:1 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.