#EBE6DF Hex Color
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#ebe6df is a pale, faded orange with very low saturation, a delicate warmth, and an almost-grey finish. This hex code creates airy, clean backgrounds for minimalist layouts, food packaging, or autumn themes. Use it as a dominant base with dark text in most layouts. Black text reaches about 16.9:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA for small body copy. White beside it can make the shade look washed out.
Questions about #ebe6df
What is #ebe6df in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ebe6df is rgb(235, 230, 223), in HSL hsl(35, 23%, 90%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 5%, 8%.
Which colors pair well with #ebe6df?
For interfaces and packaging, #ebe6df pairs well with charcoal text, navy accents, and muted terracotta, adding definition without overpowering its pale, low-saturation base or making the overall palette feel stark.
Does #ebe6df read as warm or cool?
#ebe6df reads as a warm neutral because its faint orange undertone offsets the near-grey appearance, while its high lightness and low saturation keep that warmth restrained and let nearby colors shift its perceived temperature. It can look creamier beside cool colors and greyer beside saturated warm tones.
Is #ebe6df readable on white or black?
#ebe6df has a 1.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.91:1 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.