#EDE8D2 Hex Color
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Backgrounds that need warmth without shouting often start with a pale beige, and the hex code #ede8d2 is a solid pick. Its faded yellow undertone keeps things airy, though it can wash out beside pure white. Pair it with olive or charcoal for depth. Black text scores 17.1:1 contrast on it, so small body type stays readable.
Questions about #ede8d2
What is #ede8d2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ede8d2 is rgb(237, 232, 210), in HSL hsl(49, 43%, 88%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 11%, 7%.
What colors pair well with #ede8d2?
Olive, charcoal, and muted terracotta bring out its warm yellow undertone. Deep navy also works when you want sharper contrast in a palette.
Is #ede8d2 readable on white or black?
#ede8d2 has a 1.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.07:1 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.