#E8E9DB Hex Color
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#e8e9db is a pale, faded yellow with a gray-green undertone and a delicate, almost bleached finish. Its low saturation creates an airy, clean mood for minimalist backgrounds, open layouts, and budget-focused designs. The hex code #e8e9db works best as a dominant base with dark text, since black reaches about 17.1:1 contrast.
Questions about #e8e9db
What is #e8e9db in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e8e9db is rgb(232, 233, 219), in HSL hsl(64, 24%, 89%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 6%, 9%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #e8e9db?
#e8e9db pairs well with charcoal, navy, and terracotta because its pale yellow-gray base gives darker, warmer colors room to stand out in branding, editorial layouts, and interfaces that need a softer alternative to white.
Is #e8e9db readable on white or black?
#e8e9db has a 1.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.10:1 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.