#E5EDEB
- Brightness
- 234.4
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 165°, 18%, 91%
- HSV V %
- 93%
- Lab
- 93.1, -3.0, 0.0
- CMYK (%)
- 3%, 0%, 1%, 7%
- PNG size
- 4.8 KB
- Tone / Feel
- very light, soft cool hue
Black text
17.64:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
1.19:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (17.64:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #E5EDEB
Common Name: Misty Grey
RGB: 229, 237, 235
HSL: 170°, 19%, 91%
Contrast:
White: 6.7 (AA Pass)
Black: 72.5 (AA Pass)
Muted and calm, this shade of grey brings an understated elegance to design. It evokes a sense of tranquility and cleanliness, often used to create soft, minimalistic spaces.
Close Named Matches:
- Trumatch 23-g1: #E5EDEB (Exact Match)
- Behr Hope Floats: #E5EDEA (ΔE=0.52)
- Benjamin Moore Patriotic White: #E5EEEC (ΔE=0.44)
- Pantone FHI Diaphonous: #E7EFEE (ΔE=0.89)
- Dulux Chalk White: #E6E9E9 (ΔE=2.28)
Why Designers Use It:
- Trendy Minimalism: Its understated hue is highly favored in modern design trends, where minimalism and serenity are key themes. Its neutral tone blends seamlessly with various color schemes, particularly in contemporary interior design.
- Versatile Application: Ideal for both residential and commercial spaces, this color is often used in corporate environments to create a calm, professional atmosphere. It works well in office buildings, tech spaces, and healthcare facilities.
- Natural Inspiration: Drawing inspiration from natural elements like mist and fog, this color evokes feelings of openness and lightness, making it perfect for creating spacious, airy rooms.
- Material Connections: In manufacturing, it's commonly used in paints, textiles, and interior finishes, especially in modern furniture and tech gadgets. Its neutrality makes it a popular choice for large-scale projects, including automotive and home decor.
- Global Popularity: While it’s gaining traction globally, it holds particular popularity in Scandinavian and Japanese design, where calm and simple aesthetics are integral to cultural expression.