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Light Gray

#ECDFE3

Light Gray is a warm light color with the hex code #ECDFE3. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 236, 223, 227 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 6%, 4%, 7% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Light Gray Color Values

HEX
#ECDFE3
RGB
236, 223, 227
HSL
342°, 25%, 90%
CMYK
0, 6, 4, 7

About this color

Light Gray sits at 342° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 25% saturation and 90% lightness, this muted light hue provides subtle, elegant backgrounds.

In digital design, warm colors like Light Gray work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Light Gray in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 6%, 4%, 7% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Light Gray

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #ECDFE3;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 236, 223, 227;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#ECDFE3',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 6%
Y: 4%
K: 7%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(236, 223, 227)
rgba(236, 223, 227, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

9 brand s with colors near 342° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #ECDFE3?
#ECDFE3 is Light Gray, a warm light color with RGB values of 236, 223, 227. It has a hue of 342°, 25% saturation, and 90% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #ECDFE3?
The RGB color code for #ECDFE3 is rgb(236, 223, 227). This means it contains 236 red, 223 green, and 227 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Light Gray a warm or cool color?
Light Gray (#ECDFE3) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #ECDFE3 in CSS?
You can use #ECDFE3 in CSS with: background-color: #ECDFE3; or color: #ECDFE3; or as an RGB value: rgb(236, 223, 227). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 6%, 4%, 7%.