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#EBE1B2

Brightness
223.3
HSL (°,%,%)
49°, 59%, 81%
HSV V %
92%
Lab
89.3, -3.9, 24.3
PNG size
4.7 KB
Tone / Feel
light, vivid warm hue
Black text 15.95:1 AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text 1.32:1 Fail (normal) · Fail (large)

Recommended text: Black (15.95:1 — AAA / AAA)

Color Profile: #EBE1B2

Common Name: Benjamin Moore - Luminaire

RGB: 235, 225, 178

HSL: 47, 61%, 84%

Contrast (vs White): 18.4:1 (AA Pass)

Contrast (vs Black): 7.3:1 (AA Pass)

Mood: This shade exudes a gentle warmth, blending a soft creamy hue with a touch of warmth. It's a serene and inviting tone that speaks to balance, offering a calming and peaceful atmosphere. Often used to evoke subtle elegance, it tends to blend seamlessly into spaces that require a light, airy feel, without being overpowering.

Close Named Matches:

  • Benjamin Moore - Luminaire #EBE1B2 (Exact match)
  • Australian Standard AS2700 - Cream #F0DDB7 (ΔE=5.63)
  • Behr - Dried Palm #E3DCAD (ΔE=2.31)
  • Dulux - Cream #EFDAB9 (ΔE=8.19)
  • Hempel - #EBDBAB (ΔE=3.02)

Why Designers Use It:

This hue is popular for its ability to provide a neutral yet inviting background that complements a wide range of other colors. Designers gravitate toward this soft, creamy tone because it enhances natural light, making spaces feel more expansive and serene. It’s often used in interior design for residential and commercial spaces where a timeless, classic look is desired. The shade also finds use in industries such as home décor, luxury textiles, and automotive interiors, where the emphasis is on understated elegance and warmth. Additionally, it reflects a connection to natural elements, like sand or light-colored minerals, lending it a grounded, organic feel.

This color is also relevant in regions with a strong tradition of light, minimalist interiors, such as Scandinavian countries, where its soft, neutral palette suits their design ethos. In the broader context, it’s common in home design trends that favor natural, earthy tones and light-filled spaces.

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