#E9E6ED Hex Color
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This pale, bleached grey possesses a delicate, airy quality that works well as a background for minimal interface design. Because it lacks strong chroma, #e9e6ed provides a stable, neutral base that makes black typography highly legible. Use this hex code when pure white feels too stark, as it offers a more sophisticated, softer alternative for large UI surfaces.
Questions about #e9e6ed
What is #e9e6ed in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e9e6ed is rgb(233, 230, 237), in HSL hsl(266, 16%, 92%) and in CMYK 2%, 3%, 0%, 7%.
Is #e9e6ed a good alternative to pure white for web design?
#e9e6ed is an excellent choice for UI design when pure white feels too harsh or clinical. It reduces screen glare and provides a gentle, sophisticated backdrop that makes dark typography stand out with better visual comfort.
Does #e9e6ed have a warm or cool undertone?
#e9e6ed sits comfortably in the cool-grey spectrum, leaning slightly towards a desaturated, icy violet undertone. This makes it feel clean and modern rather than muddy, allowing it to pair beautifully with slate or other cool-toned grays.
Is #e9e6ed readable on white or black?
#e9e6ed has a 1.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.00:1 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.