#EBD6C9 Hex Color
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This bleached orange presents a delicate, desaturated look with subtle grey undertones. Because it is so light and airy, #ebd6c9 functions best as a soft background base rather than a focal accent. It offers excellent legibility for black text, making it a functional choice for UI design. Pair this hex code with deep charcoal or slate blue to create a grounded, modern contrast.
Questions about #ebd6c9
What is #ebd6c9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ebd6c9 is rgb(235, 214, 201), in HSL hsl(23, 46%, 85%) and in CMYK 0%, 9%, 14%, 8%.
What colors pair best with #ebd6c9?
Because #ebd6c9 is a desaturated, neutral orange, it pairs best with high-contrast, grounding colors like charcoal or deep slate blue. These dark accents provide the necessary structure to keep the light, airy aesthetic of the shade from washing out your design.
Is #ebd6c9 readable on white or black?
#ebd6c9 has a 1.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.99:1 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.