#E5E9E5 Hex Color
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This pale, airy grey carries a subtle green undertone that prevents it from feeling sterile. Because it is highly desaturated, #e5e9e5 works best as a neutral background for clean, minimal UI designs. It provides enough contrast to support crisp black typography without overwhelming the layout. Use this hex code to anchor designs that require a soft, restrained presence.
Questions about #e5e9e5
What is #e5e9e5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e5e9e5 is rgb(229, 233, 229), in HSL hsl(120, 8%, 91%) and in CMYK 2%, 0%, 2%, 9%.
How should I use #e5e9e5 in a UI design?
#e5e9e5 functions best as a background color for interfaces that prioritize readability and calm aesthetics. Because it is highly desaturated, it provides a stable foundation that allows high-contrast text, such as charcoal, to stand out clearly without causing eye strain.
Does #e5e9e5 feel warm or cool?
#e5e9e5 leans cool due to its distinct green undertones, which prevent the shade from feeling flat or sterile. This slight chromatic temperature makes it a versatile neutral that feels more organic and grounded than a standard, purely achromatic light grey.
Is #e5e9e5 readable on white or black?
#e5e9e5 has a 1.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.11:1 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.