#E5CCAC Hex Color
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#e5ccac is a pale, unsaturated beige with warm orange undertones. Because it is so light and airy, it functions best as a soft, neutral base rather than a focal point. Use it to create a clean, modern atmosphere in minimal branding or UI design. Pair this hex code with charcoal or deep navy for high readability, as it offers excellent contrast against darker text.
Questions about #e5ccac
What is #e5ccac in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e5ccac is rgb(229, 204, 172), in HSL hsl(34, 52%, 79%) and in CMYK 0%, 11%, 25%, 10%.
Does #e5ccac lean warm or cool in a design context?
This color leans decisively warm due to its distinct orange undertones. While it is muted and unsaturated, it brings a gentle, sun-bleached quality to a palette rather than a sterile or clinical aesthetic, making it excellent for welcoming, minimalist interfaces.
Is #e5ccac readable on white or black?
#e5ccac has a 1.54:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.56:1 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.