snow 2

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #EEE9E9?

RGB(238, 233, 233), HSL(0.0, 12.8%, 92.4%), CMYK(0.0%, 2.1%, 2.1%, 6.7%).

Q: Does #EEE9E9 meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.2:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

#EEE9E9

X11 color

Snow 2 (#EEE9E9) is a very light, warm grey-pink from the X11 Snow series, one step deeper than the CSS near-white standard, equivalent to gently aged or cream-tinged white paper. The barely perceptible warmth makes it ideal for backgrounds requiring the softest possible non-white neutral. Used in print design, document backgrounds, and delicate graphic contexts, it maintains the snowy palette's character while adding just enough tonal depth to avoid stark whiteness.

Color Values

HEX

#EEE9E9

RGB

238, 233, 233

HSL

0.0, 12.8%, 92.4%

HSV

0.0, 2.1%, 93.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 2.1%, 2.1%, 6.7%

OKLCH

0.9379 0.0054 17.3

Properties

Warm Light Nearest: snow 2

Color Psychology

Light reds and soft scarlets evoke warmth, tenderness, and gentle passion. They carry romantic undertones and are often associated with compassion and affection. Culturally, lighter reds symbolize joy and celebration across many East Asian traditions.

Design Usage

Light reds work well as accent colors in wellness, beauty, and lifestyle brands. They soften the intensity of pure red while retaining its emotional warmth. Use them for call-to-action buttons where urgency should feel inviting rather than aggressive.