#E5E1EB Hex Color
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A pale, bleached violet with strong grey undertones, #e5e1eb offers a delicate and airy aesthetic. Its muted chroma makes it an excellent neutral background, providing a subtle alternative to sterile white without overwhelming the composition. Because it maintains a high contrast ratio of 16.3:1 against black text, the hex code #e5e1eb functions well for accessible body copy in minimalist UI design.
Questions about #e5e1eb
What is #e5e1eb in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e5e1eb is rgb(229, 225, 235), in HSL hsl(264, 20%, 90%) and in CMYK 3%, 4%, 0%, 8%.
Does #e5e1eb work well for UI backgrounds?
Yes, #e5e1eb functions as an excellent neutral background in minimalist UI design because it offers a 16.3:1 contrast ratio against black text. This makes it a highly accessible choice for body copy or interface sections needing a subtle, non-sterile softness.
What color pairings complement #e5e1eb?
Because of its bleached violet hue, #e5e1eb pairs beautifully with charcoal or deep, dark grey text for readability. To create a warmer, more balanced palette, try adding accents of dusty rose or muted sage to ground the airy, cool nature of the violet base.
Is #e5e1eb readable on white or black?
#e5e1eb has a 1.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.30:1 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.