Snuff

Q: How do I use #E3D9F2 in CSS?

You can use #E3D9F2 in CSS with: background-color: #E3D9F2; or color: #E3D9F2; or as an RGB value: rgb(227, 217, 242). For print design, use CMYK: 6%, 10%, 0%, 5%.

#E3D9F2

Snuff is a cool light color with the hex code #E3D9F2. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 227, 217, 242 in digital design or CMYK 6%, 10%, 0%, 5% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Snuff color values

HEX: #E3D9F2
RGB: 227, 217, 242
HSL: 264°, 49%, 90%
CMYK: 6, 10, 0, 5

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Snuff sits at 264° on the color wheel with 49% saturation and 90% lightness, placing it in the blue-violet segment of the spectrum. The moderate 49% saturation gives it enough color presence to register clearly without competing for dominance in a composition. The elevated lightness keeps it airy and open, well-suited to large surface areas without visual weight.

In digital environments, Snuff is rendered as rgb(227, 217, 242), where the blue channel is highest at 242, though it sits close to the other channels. This cool mid-tone is a reliable choice for UI chrome, informational states, and contexts that call for a calm, readable presence.

For print, Snuff translates to a CMYK breakdown of 6C 10M 0Y 5K. With almost no black ink (5%), this color is built almost entirely from process inks: 6% cyan, 10% magenta. This profile tends toward vibrancy in print, though ink density limits on press may affect saturation on coated versus uncoated stock. No brands in the brandkit.pro library currently specify this exact hex as a named brand color.

Color harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Snuff

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #E3D9F2;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 227, 217, 242;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#E3D9F2',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 6%
M: 10%
Y: 0%
K: 5%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(227, 217, 242)
rgba(227, 217, 242, 0.8)

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

Brands using similar hue

11 brand s with colors near 264° on the color wheel

Frequently asked questions

What color is #E3D9F2?

#E3D9F2 is Snuff, a cool light color with RGB values of 227, 217, 242. It has a hue of 264°, 49% saturation, and 90% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #E3D9F2?

The RGB color code for #E3D9F2 is rgb(227, 217, 242). This means it contains 227 red, 217 green, and 242 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Snuff a warm or cool color?

Snuff (#E3D9F2) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #E3D9F2 in CSS?

You can use #E3D9F2 in CSS with: background-color: #E3D9F2; or color: #E3D9F2; or as an RGB value: rgb(227, 217, 242). For print design, use CMYK: 6%, 10%, 0%, 5%.