Snuff

Q: How do I use #E5DCEF in CSS?

You can use #E5DCEF in CSS with: background-color: #E5DCEF; or color: #E5DCEF; or as an RGB value: rgb(229, 220, 239). For print design, use CMYK: 4%, 8%, 0%, 6%.

#E5DCEF

Snuff is a cool light color with the hex code #E5DCEF. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 229, 220, 239 in digital design or CMYK 4%, 8%, 0%, 6% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Snuff color values

HEX: #E5DCEF
RGB: 229, 220, 239
HSL: 268°, 37%, 90%
CMYK: 4, 8, 0, 6

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Snuff sits at 268° on the color wheel with 37% saturation and 90% lightness, placing it in the blue-violet segment of the spectrum. The moderate 37% 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(229, 220, 239), where the blue channel is highest at 239, 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 4C 8M 0Y 6K. The low-to-moderate black value (6%) means the color's character in print comes primarily from its magenta ink content (8%), with black serving as a supporting shadow tone. 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: #E5DCEF;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 229, 220, 239;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#E5DCEF',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 4%
M: 8%
Y: 0%
K: 6%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(229, 220, 239)
rgba(229, 220, 239, 0.8)

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

Brands using similar hue

10 brand s with colors near 268° on the color wheel

Frequently asked questions

What color is #E5DCEF?

#E5DCEF is Snuff, a cool light color with RGB values of 229, 220, 239. It has a hue of 268°, 37% saturation, and 90% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #E5DCEF?

The RGB color code for #E5DCEF is rgb(229, 220, 239). This means it contains 229 red, 220 green, and 239 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Snuff a warm or cool color?

Snuff (#E5DCEF) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #E5DCEF in CSS?

You can use #E5DCEF in CSS with: background-color: #E5DCEF; or color: #E5DCEF; or as an RGB value: rgb(229, 220, 239). For print design, use CMYK: 4%, 8%, 0%, 6%.