#EBE9BE Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
This pale, desaturated yellow offers a clean, airy feel that works best as a neutral backdrop rather than a focal point. Because it is so light, it can appear washed out against pure white, so pair it with deep, charcoal grays for better definition. The hex code #ebe9be provides ample contrast for black body text, making it a reliable choice for minimalist UI layouts.
Questions about #ebe9be
What is #ebe9be in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ebe9be is rgb(235, 233, 190), in HSL hsl(57, 53%, 83%) and in CMYK 0%, 1%, 19%, 8%.
Does #ebe9be work well as a primary text color?
No, #ebe9be is too light for readable body text on most backgrounds. It is best used as a soft, neutral background color or an accent where you need a subtle, airy feel rather than high-contrast legibility.
What colors pair best with #ebe9be for a balanced palette?
Is #ebe9be readable on white or black?
#ebe9be has a 1.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.93:1 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.