#E9D9CA Hex Color
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With its pale, low-saturation orange base, #e9d9ca reads as a warm beige with faint pink and gray undertones. The hex code suits airy backgrounds, minimal layouts, food packaging, and autumn-led palettes. Use it as a dominant base with dark text; black text reaches about 15.2:1 contrast, while deeper accents add definition beside white.
Questions about #e9d9ca
What is #e9d9ca in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e9d9ca is rgb(233, 217, 202), in HSL hsl(29, 41%, 85%) and in CMYK 0%, 7%, 13%, 9%.
What colors pair well with #e9d9ca?
#e9d9ca pairs well with charcoal or navy text, while muted terracotta and olive accents add depth without overpowering its pale, gray-softened warmth. These combinations suit food packaging, editorial layouts, and autumn palettes where a gentle base needs stronger focal points.
Is #e9d9ca readable on white or black?
#e9d9ca has a 1.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.24:1 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.