#E8DADA Hex Color
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This pale, desaturated tint sits between a soft grey and a faded rose. Because it is so light, the hex code #e8dada works best as a background that grounds a design without demanding attention. Black text provides excellent legibility against this shade, meeting accessibility standards with ease. Use it sparingly, as it can appear washed out if paired with other weak, pastel hues.
Questions about #e8dada
What is #e8dada in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e8dada is rgb(232, 218, 218), in HSL hsl(0, 23%, 88%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 6%, 9%.
Does #e8dada read more as pink or grey?
#e8dada sits distinctly between a soft grey and a faded, dusty rose. Because the red saturation is quite low, it mimics the appearance of a muted clay or plaster, making it a versatile neutral rather than a bright, vibrant pink.
Is #e8dada readable on white or black?
#e8dada has a 1.35:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.47:1 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.