#EDF1E0 Hex Color
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A near-white yellow, faded almost to gray. #edf1e0 is a tinted, luminous shade that reads as warm off-white, so it works best as a dominant background in minimal layouts and open space. The hex code pairs well with olive or charcoal text; black type reaches about 18.3:1 contrast, keeping small copy readable.
Questions about #edf1e0
What is #edf1e0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #edf1e0 is rgb(237, 241, 224), in HSL hsl(74, 38%, 91%) and in CMYK 2%, 0%, 7%, 5%.
What colors pair well with #edf1e0?
Olive, sage, and charcoal sit naturally against #edf1e0, since its pale yellow tint flatters muted greens and deep neutrals. For a stronger statement, add a small terracotta accent.
Is #edf1e0 readable on white or black?
#edf1e0 has a 1.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.25:1 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.