#E6D9BA Hex Color
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A pale, desaturated beige with soft yellow undertones, #e6d9ba offers a clean and neutral foundation for minimalist designs. This light shade lacks intensity, making it an excellent backdrop for charcoal or deep forest green text. While it excels as a dominant base, it can wash out against stark white surfaces. Use the hex code #e6d9ba when you need a gentle, airy warmth without overwhelming your layout.
Questions about #e6d9ba
What is #e6d9ba in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e6d9ba is rgb(230, 217, 186), in HSL hsl(42, 47%, 82%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 19%, 10%.
What colors pair well with #e6d9ba in design?
#e6d9ba functions best when grounded by high-contrast accents that prevent the layout from appearing washed out. It creates a sophisticated, balanced aesthetic when paired with charcoal for typography or a deep, rich forest green for natural, earthy accents.
Is #e6d9ba considered a warm or cool neutral?
#e6d9ba reads as a warm neutral due to its subtle yellow undertones, though its low saturation keeps it from feeling overly vibrant or golden. This makes it an ideal, versatile background choice for designs where you want comfort without intensity.
Is #e6d9ba readable on white or black?
#e6d9ba has a 1.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.99:1 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.