#E8E0DB Hex Color
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#e8e0db is a pale, faded orange with a warm gray undertone and very low saturation. Its light, bleached appearance suggests delicacy and clean open space, making it a useful base for minimal interfaces, food branding, or autumn palettes. Use black text for strong readability, since this hex code supports about 16.1:1 contrast.
Questions about #e8e0db
What is #e8e0db in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e8e0db is rgb(232, 224, 219), in HSL hsl(23, 22%, 88%) and in CMYK 0%, 3%, 6%, 9%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What text color works best on #e8e0db?
Black text works best on #e8e0db, delivering about 16.1:1 contrast and comfortably exceeding the WCAG AA 4.5:1 requirement for body text, while softer dark neutrals may lose clarity at smaller sizes.
What colors pair well with #e8e0db?
The best pairings for #e8e0db are charcoal for crisp structure, terracotta for warmer seasonal accents, and muted olive for an earthy counterpoint that preserves its pale, grayish surface and airy character. Use the stronger tones sparingly.
Is #e8e0db readable on white or black?
#e8e0db has a 1.30:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.11:1 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.