#E7E4DC Hex Color
A bleached pale yellow with grey neutrality
This bleached, pale yellow tone balances light chroma with a subtle grey neutrality. It reads as clean and airy, offering a more interesting alternative to sterile white backgrounds. Because the hex code #e7e4dc provides high contrast with black text, it serves as an excellent base for minimal web layouts. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate blue for a grounded, modern aesthetic.
Questions about #e7e4dc
What is #e7e4dc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e7e4dc is rgb(231, 228, 220), in HSL hsl(44, 19%, 88%) and in CMYK 0%, 1%, 5%, 9%.
Does #e7e4dc work well as a background for web design?
Yes, #e7e4dc is an excellent choice for a background because it provides a softer, more organic feel than pure white while maintaining high contrast with standard dark text. It feels professional and reduces screen glare for long-form reading.
What colors pair well with #e7e4dc?
Is #e7e4dc readable on white or black?
#e7e4dc has a 1.27:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.52:1 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.