#E8EEE4
- Brightness
- 235.1
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 96°, 23%, 91%
- HSV V %
- 93%
- Lab
- 93.4, -3.8, 4.1
- CMYK (%)
- 3%, 0%, 4%, 7%
- PNG size
- 4.6 KB
- Tone / Feel
- very light, soft cool hue
Recommended text: Black (17.78:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #E8EEE4
Common Name: Munsell Color System
Hex: #E8EEE4
RGB: 232, 238, 228
HSL: 120°, 15%, 92%
Contrast vs White: 10.1 (Passes AA)
Contrast vs Black: 10.4 (Passes AA)
Mood: The color #E8EEE4 is a soft, pale shade that feels clean, calm, and serene. It's often associated with peaceful, airy environments, perfect for creating a light and welcoming atmosphere. This color evokes a sense of freshness, often used in designs aiming for subtle elegance and tranquility.
Close Named Matches:
- Australian Standard AS2700 - N14: White (#F1EFE4) ΔE=3.05
- Munsell Color System - 5g 9.25/0.5 (#E8EEE4) ΔE=0.00
- Jotun Paint - Spring Dew (#ECEEE4) ΔE=1.46
- Benjamin Moore - Stonewashed (#E5ECE5) ΔE=1.72
- Pantone FHI - Lightest Sky (#E7EBE0) ΔE=1.28
Why Designers Use It
This color is favored by designers who seek to create soft, neutral spaces that convey a sense of cleanliness and openness. It’s often used in minimalistic and Scandinavian design, contributing to a serene, unobtrusive background for more vibrant accents. Its versatility makes it suitable for various industries, including interiors, branding, and web design, where clarity and simplicity are prioritized. The subtlety of #E8EEE4 allows it to complement other colors without overwhelming them, often used in combination with whites and pastels to evoke freshness and purity. Its gentle tone is also linked to the desire for more sustainable and nature-inspired designs, symbolizing natural elements like light morning mist or fine sand. While it's not heavily tied to a specific region, its use in modern and contemporary styles suggests a preference for global design aesthetics over traditional or cultural connections.