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#ECF0DA

Brightness
236.4
HSL (°,%,%)
71°, 42%, 90%
HSV V %
94%
Lab
94.0, -5.1, 10.2
PNG size
5.7 KB
Tone / Feel
very light, soft cool hue
Black text 18.04:1 AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text 1.16:1 Fail (normal) · Fail (large)

Recommended text: Black (18.04:1 — AAA / AAA)

Color Profile: #ECF0DA

Common Name: Memoir

RGB: (236, 240, 218)

HSL: (60, 40%, 89%)

Contrast vs White: 70.1 (Passes AA)

Contrast vs Black: 26.0 (Fails AA)

Mood: A soft, gentle color that feels warm and inviting. It exudes calm and subtle elegance, often evoking a sense of peaceful nostalgia. Its gentle tone can feel timeless, making it a reliable choice for both classic and modern designs.

Notable Matches:

  • PPG Paint - Memoir (#ECF0DA) - ΔE=0.00
  • Australian Standard AS2700 - White (#F1EFE4) - ΔE=6.05
  • Benjamin Moore - Appalachian Green (#E8EEDA) - ΔE=1.48
  • Behr - Grass Root (#EDEEDC) - ΔE=2.34

Why Designers Use It:

This color is widely used for creating light, airy, and serene spaces. Its neutrality makes it a versatile backdrop for various applications, from interior design to web aesthetics. It’s popular in industries like residential interior design, furniture design, and product packaging where soft elegance is desired. Its ties to nature, evoking the soft hues of morning sunlight or the warmth of cream-colored textiles, give it a timeless appeal. Designers gravitate towards it for spaces meant to feel comfortable and non-intrusive, and it can be found frequently in soft furnishings, home accessories, and luxury packaging.

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