#E5ECCC Hex Color
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A pale, luminous yellow with distinct green undertones, #e5eccc is extremely unsaturated and airy. Because it is so light, black text remains highly legible against it for body copy. This shade works best as a soft, clean background in minimalist designs or spring-themed branding. Pair it with dark charcoal or deep forest green to keep the aesthetic balanced rather than washed out.
Questions about #e5eccc
What is #e5eccc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e5eccc is rgb(229, 236, 204), in HSL hsl(73, 46%, 86%) and in CMYK 3%, 0%, 14%, 7%.
Does #e5eccc work well as a background for text?
#e5eccc is an excellent choice for a background because its extreme lightness ensures that black text remains highly legible. It provides a soft, airy canvas that avoids the harshness of a pure white background without sacrificing readability.
What colors pair well with #e5eccc?
This color pairs beautifully with charcoal or deep forest green to create a balanced, professional aesthetic. Using dark, neutral, or earth-toned accents prevents the overall design from feeling too washed out or overly bright.
Is #e5eccc readable on white or black?
#e5eccc has a 1.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.20:1 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.