#E4DFE6 Hex Color
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#e4dfe6 is a pale, bleached violet with strong grey undertones. It sits right on the edge of neutral, making it an excellent alternative to stark white for background surfaces. Because it holds such a high contrast against black text, it maintains readability even in smaller type sizes. Use this hex code as a subtle base for clean, minimalist interfaces.
Questions about #e4dfe6
What is #e4dfe6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e4dfe6 is rgb(228, 223, 230), in HSL hsl(283, 12%, 89%) and in CMYK 1%, 3%, 0%, 10%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
When should I use #e4dfe6 instead of pure white?
Use #e4dfe6 when you want to soften a UI without losing readability. It acts as an elegant, non-stark background that pairs perfectly with charcoal text, making interfaces feel more intentional, calm, and less sterile than a basic white layout.
Does #e4dfe6 appear more grey or more violet in practice?
This color reads primarily as a neutral light grey with a whisper of violet warmth. Because the saturation is low, it works as a versatile background that shifts subtly depending on the vibrancy of the colors placed next to it.
Is #e4dfe6 readable on white or black?
#e4dfe6 has a 1.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.99:1 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.