Back to all colors

Gainsboro

#E4E4D9

A light, muted gainsboro — sophisticated balance of hue and saturation that conveys composure and subtle refinement, well-suited to modern, minimalist design.

Psychology

White feels spacious, clean, and uncluttered — but never quite empty. It's the color of clarity, simplicity, and new beginnings.

Meaning

Purity, peace, and minimalism in Western design; mourning and reverence in parts of East Asia.

Applications

The default canvas for most apps, editorial layouts, and packaging. Use a slightly off-white instead of pure #FFFFFF to reduce eye strain.

Conversion

HEX
E4E4D9
RGB
228, 228, 217
HSL
60, 17%, 87%
HSB
60, 5%, 89%
CMYK
0, 0, 5, 11
LAB
90, -1, 5
LCH
90, 6, 105
OKLCH
0.92, 0.01, 107
XYZ
72, 77, 77
LUV
90, 1, 8
HWB
60, 85%, 11%
Pantone
Cool Gray 1 C

Harmonies

Analogous
Complementary
Split Complementary
Triadic
Tetradic
Square

Shades & tints

Similar named colors

Browse every named white on shades of white, or all families on colors.