#E9E9E5 Hex Color
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The hex code #e9e9e5 is a bleached, pale grey that sits just off white. Because it offers strong contrast with black text at 17.3:1, it functions as an excellent, readable background for body copy in minimal UI design. This light neutral prevents the starkness of pure white while maintaining an airy, professional feel. It acts as a stable foundation for interfaces that require plenty of open space.
Questions about #e9e9e5
What is #e9e9e5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e9e9e5 is rgb(233, 233, 229), in HSL hsl(60, 8%, 91%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 2%, 9%.
Why choose #e9e9e5 over pure white for UI design?
Using #e9e9e5 prevents the high-contrast glare of pure white, which can strain user eyes during prolonged reading. It provides a subtle, professional foundation that maintains necessary accessibility while keeping the interface feeling open, airy, and modern.
Is #e9e9e5 readable on white or black?
#e9e9e5 has a 1.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.25:1 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.