Pearl
A delicate and airy pale beige
Pearl is a delicate, pale beige with faint yellow undertones that read as clean and airy. Because it is highly desaturated and light, this shade functions best as a soft, neutral base for minimalist interiors or clean UI backgrounds. It offers high readability with black text, but ensure it does not wash out against pure white elements. The hex code for Pearl is #eae0c8.
Questions about Pearl
What is the hex code for Pearl?
Pearl is #eae0c8. In RGB that is rgb(234, 224, 200), in HSL hsl(42, 45%, 85%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 15%, 8%.
Does #eae0c8 work well for UI backgrounds?
Yes, #eae0c8 serves as an excellent neutral background because it is light enough to keep text legible while providing more character than plain white. Pair it with charcoal or deep brown typography to maintain high contrast and readability.
Is Pearl #eae0c8 considered a warm or cool neutral?
Pearl reads as a warm neutral due to its subtle yellow undertones. This warmth prevents the color from feeling sterile or clinical, making it a reliable choice for interior design palettes that aim for a soft, inviting atmosphere.
Is Pearl readable on white or black?
Pearl has a 1.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.99:1 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.