#ECF1EE Hex Color
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#ecf1ee is a pale, faded grey with a delicate green undertone and a clean, airy finish. The hex code suits restrained interfaces, open layouts, architecture, and product design where white feels too stark. Use it as a dominant background with black text, which reaches about 18.4:1 contrast and supports readable body copy.
Questions about #ecf1ee
What is #ecf1ee in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ecf1ee is rgb(236, 241, 238), in HSL hsl(144, 15%, 94%) and in CMYK 2%, 0%, 1%, 5%.
What colors pair well with #ecf1ee?
#ecf1ee pairs well with charcoal text and muted navy accents, adding definition without overwhelming its pale, green-leaning grey base in interfaces, packaging, and architectural layouts. Warm oak or terracotta details can preserve its airy character while preventing minimalist designs from feeling sterile.
Is #ecf1ee readable on white or black?
#ecf1ee has a 1.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.38:1 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.