#EBDDE2 Hex Color
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Reach for #ebdde2 when a design calls for a pale pink that leans almost grey. Its low saturation keeps things soft and airy, which suits cosmetics, confectionery, and quiet minimalist layouts. Black text sits clearly on top at about 16:1 contrast, so it holds up as a background. Just know the hex code #ebdde2 can wash out next to pure white, so anchor it with deeper tones.
Questions about #ebdde2
What is #ebdde2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ebdde2 is rgb(235, 221, 226), in HSL hsl(339, 26%, 89%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 4%, 8%.
What text color works best on #ebdde2?
Black text is the clear winner, reading at about 16:1 contrast, well above the WCAG AA minimum of 4.5:1. White text fails badly here, so avoid it for anything but large decorative type.
What colors pair well with #ebdde2?
Deep plum, charcoal, and muted sage give this washed-out pink the definition it lacks on its own. Next to pure white it nearly disappears, so darker or more saturated neighbors work best.
Is #ebdde2 readable on white or black?
#ebdde2 has a 1.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.97:1 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.