#E9E9EB

#E9E9EB

Color Values

HEX

#E9E9EB

RGB

233, 233, 235

HSL

240.0, 4.8%, 91.8%

HSV

240.0, 0.9%, 92.2%

CMYK

0.9%, 0.9%, 0.0%, 7.8%

OKLCH

0.9346 0.0027 286.3

Properties

Color Psychology

Near-whites and off-whites radiate purity, simplicity, and spacious clarity. They feel open and unbounded, associated with cleanliness, fresh starts, and minimalism. These tones create a sense of potential and possibility, inviting focus on content.

Design Usage

Off-whites are preferred over pure white for page backgrounds to reduce glare. They feel warmer while maintaining a clean, bright aesthetic. Use for primary backgrounds and content areas where visual breathing room is needed.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #E9E9EB;
color: #E9E9EB;
border-color: #E9E9EB;
Nearest Tailwind: Gray 200 #E5E7EB

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.21:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

17.32:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #E9E9EB?

RGB(233, 233, 235) · HSL(240.0, 4.8%, 91.8%) · CMYK(0.9%, 0.9%, 0.0%, 7.8%)

Does #E9E9EB meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.21:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #E9E9EB?

Use 000000 text on a #E9E9EB background; contrast on black is 17.32:1.