#EBD8CE Hex Color
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#ebd8ce is a bleached, desaturated orange with significant gray undertones that create a delicate, airy feel. Because it sits on the lighter end of the spectrum, it functions best as a soft, neutral background for editorial layouts or minimalist web interfaces. Pair this color with charcoal or deep slate text to maintain high readability. The hex code for this shade is #ebd8ce.
Questions about #ebd8ce
What is #ebd8ce in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ebd8ce is rgb(235, 216, 206), in HSL hsl(21, 42%, 86%) and in CMYK 0%, 8%, 12%, 8%.
How should I use #ebd8ce in web design?
Is #ebd8ce considered a warm or cool color?
While #ebd8ce originates from the orange spectrum, its significant gray undertones shift it toward a neutral, desaturated territory. This unique balance prevents it from feeling overtly warm like a typical peach, making it more versatile for modern, professional color palettes.
Is #ebd8ce readable on white or black?
#ebd8ce has a 1.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.24:1 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.