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#E4D0E1

RGB
228, 208, 225
Brightness
216.1
HSL (°,%,%)
309°, 27%, 85%
HSV V %
89%
Lab
85.5, 9.9, -5.9
CMYK (%)
0%, 9%, 1%, 11%
PNG size
5.1 KB
Tone / Feel
very light, soft warm hue
Black text 14.41:1 AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text 1.46:1 Fail (normal) · Fail (large)

Recommended text: Black (14.41:1 — AAA / AAA)

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Color Profile: #E4D0E1

Common Name: Sikkens 4041 Color Concept

RGB: 228, 208, 225

HSL: 325°, 30%, 87%

Contrast: Black: 9.1 (AA pass) | White: 9.3 (AA pass)

Mood: This color evokes a soft, delicate atmosphere, offering a calming and refined visual experience. It's ideal for design elements looking to create an air of tranquility and grace, while still maintaining a sense of sophistication.

Close Matches:

  • Sikkens 4041 Color Concept: #E4D0E1 (Exact match, ΔE=0.00)
  • Pantone P 83-10 C: #E4D0E2 (ΔE=0.52)
  • Pantone 7436 U: #ECD4E7 (ΔE=2.50)
  • Munsell 10p 8.5/4.0: #EBD2E1 (ΔE=2.37)
  • Behr Mauve Caress: #E5D6E7 (ΔE=2.52)

Why Designers Use It:

This soft pinkish-lavender shade is often chosen for interior designs, particularly for bedrooms and living spaces, due to its ability to create a serene, inviting atmosphere. It’s especially popular in the design of luxury and high-end brands that wish to project elegance and calmness. Designers find it useful for its versatility in both modern and traditional settings. It’s also commonly used in the cosmetic industry, reflecting purity and sophistication. Being a calm color, it has ties to femininity, and can often be seen in fashion collections or bridal designs. Additionally, its soft tones have been historically associated with royalty and gentleness, making it timeless in both contemporary and vintage contexts.

This color also appears in modern architecture, particularly in minimalist design, where subtle shades like this help create spacious and peaceful environments. It’s highly applicable in health-related fields, where it’s used to evoke comfort and trust. Though not necessarily "trendy" in the fast-paced design world, it has had a long-standing appeal in various cultural aesthetics, maintaining its popularity across multiple industries.

Notable Uses:

This color is frequently used in:

  • Interior design (luxury homes, spas, salons)
  • Cosmetics (packaging, branding)
  • Fashion (particularly bridal collections)
  • Branding for calming, feminine products
  • High-end retail environments

Palette neighbours

#1B2F1E Complement #E1E4D0 Triad 1 #D0E1E4 Triad 2 #E4D0D7 Analogous 1 #DDD0E4 Analogous 2