#E9E6E5 Hex Color
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A pale, bleached grey with minimal saturation, #e9e6e5 acts as a sophisticated alternative to pure white. Its neutral quality makes it a versatile background for clean, airy interfaces where high contrast is not required. Because it is so light, pair this hex code with bold charcoal typography to maintain readability. It can look washed out if placed directly against bright white elements.
Questions about #e9e6e5
What is #e9e6e5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e9e6e5 is rgb(233, 230, 229), in HSL hsl(15, 8%, 91%) and in CMYK 0%, 1%, 2%, 9%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
How should I use #e9e6e5 in UI design?
#e9e6e5 functions best as a background color for minimalist interfaces that require a softer feel than standard white. Because of its light value, always pair it with charcoal or deep navy typography to ensure high readability and visual comfort.
Does #e9e6e5 have warm or cool undertones?
#e9e6e5 sits in a neutral space, though it often reads slightly warm compared to clinical or blue-tinted greys. This inherent warmth makes it an excellent choice for backgrounds where you want to maintain a clean aesthetic without appearing cold or sterile.
Is #e9e6e5 readable on white or black?
#e9e6e5 has a 1.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.91:1 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.