#F0EAED
- Brightness
- 236.2
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 330°, 17%, 93%
- HSV V %
- 94%
- Lab
- 93.2, 2.5, -0.9
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 3%, 1%, 6%
- PNG size
- 5.2 KB
- Tone / Feel
- very light, muted warm hue
Black text
17.70:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
1.19:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (17.70:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #F0EAED
Common Name: Sikkens 5051 - Color Concept
RGB: 240, 234, 237
HSL: 340°, 20%, 93%
Contrast vs White: 0.0 (Pass AA)
Contrast vs Black: 26.8 (Pass AA)
Mood: This delicate, soft pastel shade brings a sense of calm, elegance, and tranquility. It has a whisper of warmth, making it a subtle, welcoming color for interior design or branding that seeks to convey sophistication and serenity. It's a color that invokes lightness and soft refinement, often associated with contemporary and minimalistic styles.
Notable Close Matches:
- Sikkens 5051 - Color Concept: #F0EAED (Exact Match)
- Behr Shell Brook: #EFE8EB (ΔE=0.72)
- Pantone Blanc de Blanc: #E9E9E7 (ΔE=3.49)
- Dulux Marble White: #EAE9EA (ΔE=2.20)
- Pantone 7541 U: #E3E7EA (ΔE=3.97)
Why Designers Use It:
- Soft Elegance: This color is frequently used in spaces that need a calm, neutral backdrop. Designers appreciate its versatility as a base tone in interior design and branding, particularly for creating a clean, sophisticated atmosphere.
- Minimalism and Serenity: It aligns with modern minimalism, making it a popular choice in corporate design, fashion, and branding that emphasizes simplicity and understated elegance. It brings a refined, soft quality to designs without overpowering other elements.
- Versatile and Safe: While it may not be a bold choice, its neutrality makes it ideal for environments aiming for tranquility, such as healthcare, wellness, and high-end hospitality. It complements darker tones without clashing and pairs well with almost any color palette.
- Trend and Region: This pale, muted tone has seen a rise in contemporary design trends, especially within Scandinavian and Japanese-inspired interiors. It's often found in premium brands and luxury design, particularly in soft goods like textiles, ceramics, and minimalistic packaging.
- Natural Origins: The subtlety of this color makes it ideal in settings inspired by nature, reminiscent of the soft hues found in seashells or foggy mornings. It evokes calm, aligning well with products or spaces focused on wellness, relaxation, or sustainable luxury.