Cultured

Q: How do I use #DFE9EC in CSS?

You can use #DFE9EC in CSS with: background-color: #DFE9EC; or color: #DFE9EC; or as an RGB value: rgb(223, 233, 236). For print design, use CMYK: 6%, 1%, 0%, 7%.

#DFE9EC

Cultured is a cool light color with the hex code #DFE9EC. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 223, 233, 236 in digital design or CMYK 6%, 1%, 0%, 7% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Cultured Color Values

HEX: #DFE9EC
RGB: 223, 233, 236
HSL: 194°, 25%, 90%
CMYK: 6, 1, 0, 7

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Cultured sits at 194° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 25% saturation and 90% lightness, this muted light hue provides subtle, elegant backgrounds.

In digital design, cool colors like Cultured work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Cultured in print, the CMYK breakdown of 6%, 1%, 0%, 7% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Cultured

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #DFE9EC;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 223, 233, 236;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#DFE9EC',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 6%
M: 1%
Y: 0%
K: 7%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(223, 233, 236)
rgba(223, 233, 236, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

15 brand s with colors near 194° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #DFE9EC?

#DFE9EC is Cultured, a cool light color with RGB values of 223, 233, 236. It has a hue of 194°, 25% saturation, and 90% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #DFE9EC?

The RGB color code for #DFE9EC is rgb(223, 233, 236). This means it contains 223 red, 233 green, and 236 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Cultured a warm or cool color?

Cultured (#DFE9EC) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #DFE9EC in CSS?

You can use #DFE9EC in CSS with: background-color: #DFE9EC; or color: #DFE9EC; or as an RGB value: rgb(223, 233, 236). For print design, use CMYK: 6%, 1%, 0%, 7%.