#EDEDED
- Brightness
- 237.0
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 0°, 0%, 93%
- HSV V %
- 93%
- Lab
- 93.7, 0.0, 0.0
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 0%, 0%, 7%
- PNG size
- 3.8 KB
- Tone / Feel
- very light, muted warm hue
Black text
17.94:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
1.17:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (17.94:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #EDEDED
Common Name: Dusty Light Gray
RGB: ~237, 237, 237
HSL: ~0°, 0%, 93%
Contrast vs White: ~0.1 (AA Pass)
Contrast vs Black: ~18.3 (AA Pass)
Overview
This muted, soft gray tone offers a sophisticated, minimalistic vibe often used in modern design. It embodies subtle elegance with a touch of modernity, making it perfect for interiors, digital design, and products aimed at a high-end, refined audience. It's a flexible and non-intrusive color ideal for backgrounds, accents, and neutral palettes.
Notable Matches
- Australian Standard AS2700 - MIST BLUE: #DEE6DF
- Behr paint - Bellflower Blue: #EFEEEC
- PPG Pittsburgh Paints - Coronation: #EDECEC
- Benjamin Moore - Ultra White: #EDEFED
Delta E Variance: Small variances in the Delta E values are noted for all matches, ensuring a close color similarity but with distinct tonal shifts. Expect a range of 0.45-5.65.
Why Designers Use It
- Trendiness: This shade is a classic staple in minimalist and contemporary design. It's often utilized for its versatility, where designers can pair it with bolder colors or let it stand on its own for a more subdued aesthetic.
- Industry Usage: Used heavily in digital design, high-end interior design, and luxury packaging. Its lightness also makes it ideal for backgrounds and accents in the tech industry, especially on software user interfaces and websites aiming for a clean, professional look.
- Regional Affiliation: Popular in Scandinavian design and other European interiors that prioritize simplicity and minimalism.
- Natural Elements: It resonates with natural minerals and light stones, often drawing inspiration from materials like marble and cloudy skies.