#E7E6ED
- Brightness
- 231.1
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 249°, 16%, 92%
- HSV V %
- 93%
- Lab
- 91.5, 1.6, -3.3
- CMYK (%)
- 3%, 3%, 0%, 7%
- PNG size
- 5.0 KB
- Tone / Feel
- very light, muted cool hue
Black text
16.94:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
1.24:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (16.94:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #E7E6ED
Common Name: Cool Frost
RGB: 231, 230, 237
HSL: 230°, 12%, 92%
Contrast Ratio: 12.1:1 vs Black, 23.6:1 vs White (AA Pass)
Mood Blurb: #E7E6ED is a soft, subdued color often associated with tranquility and calmness. It has a muted, almost ethereal quality, making it ideal for spaces that require a peaceful and sophisticated ambiance. This pale tint has gained popularity in minimalist designs, often seen in both modern interior and graphic design trends.
Close Named Matches:
- Behr Paint: Lilac Murmur #E6E6EC (ΔE=0.64)
- Dunn-Edwards: Cool Frost #E7E6ED (ΔE=0.00)
- Valspar Paint: Star Light #E7E6EB (ΔE=1.04)
- Benjamin Moore: Polar White #E9E9F0 (ΔE=1.04)
Why Designers Use It:
- This color is often used in design to evoke a sense of serenity and calmness. Its subtlety makes it a perfect choice for backgrounds or accents, creating a clean and airy environment. Its minimalistic nature blends well with other tones, allowing it to pair seamlessly in both traditional and contemporary settings.
- The color is widely favored in the interior design industry, particularly in spaces where relaxation is a priority, such as bedrooms and bathrooms. Its neutrality makes it versatile across different design schemes, appealing to both modern and classical aesthetics.
- There is a notable trend in the technology and electronics industries, where cool and muted tones like #E7E6ED are used to create sleek, professional, and calming visual experiences. It's also common in the software and app design sectors, where it offers a non-distracting yet stylish aesthetic.
- Regionally, this color is seen often in Scandinavian design, known for its minimalist and clean aesthetic. It also enjoys popularity in high-end modern design trends worldwide, where there is a push for understated luxury and simplicity.