Light Gray

Q: How do I use #E3E1EA in CSS?

You can use #E3E1EA in CSS with: background-color: #E3E1EA; or color: #E3E1EA; or as an RGB value: rgb(227, 225, 234). For print design, use CMYK: 3%, 4%, 0%, 8%.

#E3E1EA

Light Gray is a cool light color with the hex code #E3E1EA. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 227, 225, 234 in digital design or CMYK 3%, 4%, 0%, 8% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Light Gray Color Values

HEX: #E3E1EA
RGB: 227, 225, 234
HSL: 253°, 18%, 90%
CMYK: 3, 4, 0, 8

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Light Gray sits at 253° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 18% saturation and 90% lightness, this muted light hue provides subtle, elegant backgrounds.

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

When using Light Gray in print, the CMYK breakdown of 3%, 4%, 0%, 8% 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 Light Gray

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #E3E1EA;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 227, 225, 234;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#E3E1EA',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 3%
M: 4%
Y: 0%
K: 8%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(227, 225, 234)
rgba(227, 225, 234, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

9 brand s with colors near 253° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #E3E1EA?

#E3E1EA is Light Gray, a cool light color with RGB values of 227, 225, 234. It has a hue of 253°, 18% saturation, and 90% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #E3E1EA?

The RGB color code for #E3E1EA is rgb(227, 225, 234). This means it contains 227 red, 225 green, and 234 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Light Gray a warm or cool color?

Light Gray (#E3E1EA) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #E3E1EA in CSS?

You can use #E3E1EA in CSS with: background-color: #E3E1EA; or color: #E3E1EA; or as an RGB value: rgb(227, 225, 234). For print design, use CMYK: 3%, 4%, 0%, 8%.