#E4D2B2
- Brightness
- 212.2
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 38°, 48%, 80%
- HSV V %
- 89%
- Lab
- 84.9, 1.2, 18.1
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 8%, 22%, 11%
- PNG size
- 5.3 KB
- Tone / Feel
- light, vivid warm hue
Recommended text: Black (14.16:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #E4D2B2
Common Name: Shell Pink
RGB: (228, 210, 178)
HSL: H: 39°, S: 49%, L: 83%
Contrast with White: 80.5 (AA pass)
Contrast with Black: 27.3 (AA fail)
Mood: #E4D2B2 is a warm, soft, and approachable color. Its pale, peachy undertones evoke a sense of calmness, warmth, and subtle elegance. This color is often associated with vintage aesthetics, neutral palettes, and gentle atmospheres.
Close Named Matches:
- British Standard BS 381C:1996 - Shell Pink: #FBDED6 (ΔE=14.14)
- Benjamin Moore - Ocean Beach: #E3D3B4 (ΔE=1.00)
- Behr - Journal White: #E6D2B1 (ΔE=0.98)
- Dulux - Pearl Barley: #DFCCB1 (ΔE=3.20)
- Dunn-Edwards - Bisque Tan: #E5D2B0 (ΔE=1.13)
Why Designers Use It
This color is commonly favored for creating soft, inviting environments in both interior and graphic design. Its subtle and warm nature makes it a popular choice for backgrounds, minimalist designs, and any space requiring a light, neutral tone. It has a versatile use in the design world, as it works well with both contemporary and vintage aesthetics. Shell Pink can often be seen in interior design, fashion, and branding for products with a feminine or classic appeal. Its ability to blend seamlessly with other pastels or bolder accent colors gives it wide-ranging applicability. It's not just trendy but also timeless, with roots in vintage color palettes and historical design choices.
This color is especially popular in industries such as fashion, interior decor, and stationery. It is often chosen to reflect softness and elegance, making it ideal for home furnishings, weddings, and boutique brands. The use of #E4D2B2 helps evoke emotions of warmth, comfort, and calm, which is why it often finds its place in home decor items like bedding, walls, and furniture pieces.