#EAEAD4
- Brightness
- 231.6
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 60°, 34%, 87%
- HSV V %
- 92%
- Lab
- 92.2, -3.7, 10.7
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 0%, 9%, 8%
- PNG size
- 4.8 KB
- Tone / Feel
- very light, soft cool hue
Black text
17.22:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
1.22:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (17.22:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #EAEAD4
Common Name: Shell White
RGB: 234, 234, 212
HSL: 60°, 40%, 90%
Contrast vs White: 79.3 (AA Pass)
Contrast vs Black: 13.7 (AA Pass)
Mood: #EAEAD4 exudes a calming, soft quality that's perfect for spaces or designs requiring subtle elegance. It evokes feelings of warmth and comfort, often linked with vintage styles or minimalist aesthetics. The light and neutral nature gives it wide appeal in interior design and fashion, offering a gentle, understated presence. Its serene feel makes it a versatile choice in both modern and traditional contexts, offering flexibility in usage across various media.
Notable Close Matches:
- Pantone Solid Uncoated - #E2EBD4
- Benjamin Moore Paints - #E7E5D0
- RAL Classic - #EAE3D7
- Jotun Paint Color - #F0EEDA
- Kelly Moore Paint Colors - #E9E9D4
Why Designers Use It:
- Versatility: #EAEAD4 is favored in design for its subtlety and broad adaptability. It pairs well with various color schemes and is often used as a background or accent color in interiors and digital projects.
- Calming & Neutral: This color is associated with tranquility and neutrality, making it ideal for designs intended to promote peace and focus, such as wellness apps, meditation spaces, and relaxing home environments.
- Natural Influence: The color resembles light stone, clay, and sand—earthy tones commonly found in nature, lending it a connection to organic aesthetics. It’s commonly used in the design of products or spaces where a soft, approachable atmosphere is desired.
- Trend Associations: While this color is timeless, it has seen increased popularity in minimalist and Scandinavian design trends, where simplicity and natural beauty are emphasized.
- Applications: Commonly used in home interiors, fashion, and even digital interfaces, #EAEAD4 is a choice for spaces aiming for understated elegance. It's also present in industries such as high-end furniture, design software, and education, where neutral palettes are often preferred.