#ECE1CB
- Brightness
- 226.0
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 40°, 46%, 86%
- HSV V %
- 93%
- Lab
- 89.9, 0.1, 12.1
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 5%, 14%, 7%
- PNG size
- 4.8 KB
- Tone / Feel
- very light, vivid warm hue
Black text
16.20:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
1.30:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (16.20:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #ECE1CB
Common Name: Pale Almond
RGB: 236, 225, 203
HSL: ~42°, 47%, 86%
Contrast Ratio: vs White: 1.6 (Fail AA)
vs Black: 11.3 (Pass AAA)
This soft, creamy hue evokes a calm, natural warmth that fits effortlessly within visual art and design contexts focused on understated elegance and subtle sophistication. Its gentle tone balances warmth and neutrality, inviting a mood of quiet contemplation and timeless comfort. The color works well as a backdrop or accent that doesn't overwhelm but rather complements diverse palettes.
Notable Close Matches:
- Dutch Boy - Grated Parmesan #ECE1CC (ΔE=0.52)
- Sherwin-Williams - Classical White #ECE1CB (ΔE=0.00)
- Kelly Moore - Better Than Beige #ECE1CB (ΔE=0.00)
- Behr - Tea Biscuit #EAE0CB (ΔE=0.76)
- Benjamin Moore - French White #EBE0CA (ΔE=0.35)
Why Designers Use It:
- Versatile Neutral Warmth: This shade is a refined warm neutral, bridging beige and off-white with subtle yellow undertones that add softness without heaviness. It is favored in visual art & design for creating soothing, approachable spaces or compositions that require a gentle natural feel.
- Associations with Natural Elements: Inspired by almond shells and soft earth tones, this color taps into organic, botanical moods. It often appears in interiors, textiles, and product design aiming for an artisanal or eco-conscious identity.
- Trendy in Minimalist and Scandinavian Design: Its quiet elegance suits minimalism and Nordic aesthetics, where calm palettes support natural materials and clean lines. This color works well on walls, canvas backgrounds, or as a grounding element in color schemes.
- Application in Arts & Crafts and Heritage Styles: Historically, similar tones were common in classic and traditional paint palettes, which gives it a timeless, somewhat nostalgic character. It’s popular in restoring vintage interiors or artworks where subtle warmth is essential.
- Technical Aspects: Its relatively high contrast against black (passes AAA) makes it readable when used for text or accents on dark backgrounds, while low contrast with white means it should be paired thoughtfully to maintain accessibility. Its ΔE closeness to multiple brand standards confirms its reliability as a stable and recognizable shade.