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#E5E7E6

Brightness
230.3
HSL (°,%,%)
150°, 4%, 90%
HSV V %
91%
Lab
91.5, -0.8, 0.2
PNG size
4.9 KB
Tone / Feel
very light, muted cool hue
Black text 16.90:1 AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text 1.24:1 Fail (normal) · Fail (large)

Recommended text: Black (16.90:1 — AAA / AAA)

Color Profile: #E5E7E6

Common Name: Soft Purple

RGB: (229, 231, 230)

HSL: H: 210°, S: 9%, L: 90%

Contrast (vs White): 10.7:1 (AA pass)

Contrast (vs Black): 9.5:1 (AA pass)

Mood & Usage:

This soft, muted tone evokes calmness, gentleness, and subtle sophistication. It’s often associated with neutrality, comfort, and simplicity, making it a popular choice for backgrounds, interior designs, and products that aim to create a relaxed and minimalist aesthetic. It tends to fit seamlessly into elegant, modern spaces, blending effortlessly with various color palettes.

Close Named Matches:

  • Australian Standard AS2700 B33 MIST BLUE: #DEE6DF (ΔE=3.92)
  • Benjamin Moore - Genesis White: #E2E5E4 (ΔE=0.86)
  • Behr - Royal Mist: #E3E6E5 (ΔE=0.55)
  • Dulux Heritage - CHALK WHITE: #E6E9E9 (ΔE=0.90)

Why Designers Use It:

  • This color is favored for its versatility, working across a wide range of projects, from interior design to branding. It creates a neutral base that allows other accent colors to pop while maintaining an understated elegance.
  • It’s ideal for creating calm, balanced spaces, making it common in the wellness, luxury, and technology sectors. The subtlety of this hue makes it appropriate for products or designs aimed at a sophisticated audience who values minimalism and tranquility.
  • While trending globally for modern interiors and corporate branding, this shade also has a natural connection to elements like the sky, soft stone, and even mist, making it a good fit for outdoor or environmental-focused designs.

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