#E0ECE6
- Brightness
- 231.8
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 150°, 24%, 90%
- HSV V %
- 93%
- Lab
- 92.4, -5.1, 1.5
- CMYK (%)
- 5%, 0%, 3%, 7%
- PNG size
- 5.4 KB
- Tone / Feel
- very light, soft cool hue
Recommended text: Black (17.31:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #E0ECE6
Common Name: Sikkens 5051 - Light Grayish Blue
RGB: 224, 236, 230
HSL: 170°, 26%, 90%
Contrast: White: 1.6 (Fails AA), Black: 17.5 (Passes AA)
Mood: This color conveys calm, serenity, and professionalism. It's a cool, soft tone that makes environments feel relaxed and light. It's widely used in settings aiming for a minimalist or clean aesthetic, often in modern interiors and design spaces. The muted hue makes it flexible for both corporate and artistic applications.
Close Matches:
- Australian Standard AS2700 B33 - Mist Blue (#DEE6DF)
- BS 2660 Narvik (#CCDECE)
- Sikkens 5051 - Light Grayish Blue (#E0ECE6)
- RAL 170 92 05 (#DEEAE3)
- Pantone 7541 C - Pastel Blue (#DFE5E6)
Why Designers Use It:
This color is favored for its calming and neutral qualities, ideal for a variety of design applications. It's often used in interior design, particularly in minimalist and contemporary spaces, creating a clean and peaceful ambiance. The light tone is also practical in corporate environments where subtlety and sophistication are key. Its use extends to digital design, especially in web interfaces, where it's employed to reduce visual clutter while maintaining clarity and focus. The versatility of this color is its strength—it harmonizes well with both dark and light accents, making it a favorite in brands seeking modern, balanced aesthetics. The use of light, muted hues like this one is trending in eco-friendly, sustainability-oriented designs, reflecting calmness, stability, and natural qualities.