#EDF2DD Hex Color
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#edf2dd is a pale, bleached yellow with strong grey undertones. It acts as an airy, luminous neutral that avoids the harshness of pure white. Because of this high lightness, black text stands out clearly against it. Use this hex code as a background for minimal designs where you want a clean, organic feel without sacrificing readability. It pairs especially well with deep, matte charcoals.
Questions about #edf2dd
What is #edf2dd in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #edf2dd is rgb(237, 242, 221), in HSL hsl(74, 45%, 91%) and in CMYK 2%, 0%, 9%, 5%.
What interior design style suits #edf2dd?
This color is perfect for Scandinavian or minimalist design styles, where warmth is balanced with a clean, airy atmosphere. It brings an organic, grounded quality to spaces that might otherwise feel stark or clinical when using standard bright white.
Is #edf2dd readable on white or black?
#edf2dd has a 1.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.34:1 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.