#E9E9E3 Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
This pale, bleached grey feels airy and clean, offering a restrained alternative to pure white. Because it sits on the lighter end of the spectrum, #e9e9e3 works best as a dominant background color in minimalist UI design. It provides excellent contrast for black typography, ensuring readability while maintaining a sophisticated, neutral aesthetic. The hex code for this delicate shade is #e9e9e3.
Questions about #e9e9e3
What is #e9e9e3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e9e9e3 is rgb(233, 233, 227), in HSL hsl(60, 12%, 90%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 3%, 9%.
What types of color palettes work best with #e9e9e3?
Is #e9e9e3 suitable for large-scale background use in UI?
Yes, #e9e9e3 is specifically effective for large-scale backgrounds because it provides a softer visual experience than stark white without sacrificing readability. It reduces eye strain during prolonged screen exposure while keeping the interface feeling spacious, professional, and refined.
Is #e9e9e3 readable on white or black?
#e9e9e3 has a 1.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.22:1 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.