#E7EBF7 Hex Color
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A very pale, desaturated indigo, #e7ebf7 acts as a clean, cool neutral. Its slight grey undertone makes it an excellent choice for UI backgrounds where pure white feels too sharp. Because it maintains strong contrast with black text, it provides high readability for body copy. Pair this hex code with dark navy or slate grey to create a sophisticated, tech-forward palette for modern interface design.
Questions about #e7ebf7
What is #e7ebf7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e7ebf7 is rgb(231, 235, 247), in HSL hsl(225, 50%, 94%) and in CMYK 6%, 5%, 0%, 3%.
Why is #e7ebf7 better for UI backgrounds than pure white?
Using #e7ebf7 creates a softer, more sophisticated interface that reduces eye strain compared to harsh, high-contrast white. The subtle indigo-grey undertone provides enough depth to anchor screen elements while keeping your overall design feeling clean, airy, and professional.
What colors pair well with #e7ebf7 for a tech-focused design?
Is #e7ebf7 readable on white or black?
#e7ebf7 has a 1.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.62:1 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.