Pearl
Also known as: Basmati White, Cordon Bleu Crust, Adobe Sand, Better Than Beige
Pearl is what happens when orange turns pale and lively. The effect is warm and inviting, made for autumn palettes and friendly UI accents. Match it with blue accents when the design calls for energy over calm. Against dark backgrounds it stays legible (15.99:1), but avoid it as text on white.
Pearl color codes
- HEX
- #EAE0C8
- RGB
- rgb(234, 224, 200)
- RGBA
- rgba(234, 224, 200, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(42, 45%, 85%)
- HSV
- hsv(42, 15%, 92%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 4%, 15%, 8%)
- LAB
- lab(89.5 0.6 13.1)
- OKLCH
- oklch(90.8% 0.034 88.1)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning warm
subtle yellow undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: antiquewhite#FAEBD7 · ΔE 4.2
- RAL 1013 — Oyster white#E3D9C6 · ΔE 2.4 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck — Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Pearl works
- Web & UI: A supporting-cast color for UI: chart fills, tags, empty-state illustrations — not text.
- Interiors: Strong for a whole room, excellent in doses: an accent wall, cabinetry, or a statement chair.
- Fashion: Wears best as the statement piece — a top, scarf, or shoes — against neutral basics.
- Branding: A secondary brand color by nature: it supports a stronger primary and shines in illustration.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Pearl
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Pearl by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 1.31:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Aa — on black
contrast 15.99:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Best text color on a Pearl background: #000000
Palettes featuring Pearl
Pearl with its complement
Soft neighbors of Pearl
Pearl triad
Similar colors
- Nylon#E9E3CB · ΔE 1.9
- Coco Malt#E4DCC9 · ΔE 2.0
- Horseradish#E6DFC4 · ΔE 2.0
- Cauliflower#EBE5D0 · ΔE 2.1
- Fish Bone#E4D9C5 · ΔE 2.3
- Mascarpone#ECE6D4 · ΔE 2.7
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Pearl is closest to Icy Plains.
Pearl FAQs
What color is Pearl?
Pearl is a light orange with the hex code #EAE0C8. In HSL terms it has a hue of 42°, 45% saturation, and 85% lightness.
What is the hex code for Pearl?
The hex code for Pearl is #EAE0C8. In RGB it's rgb(234, 224, 200), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 4%, 15%, 8%).
What colors go well with Pearl?
Pearl pairs naturally with blue tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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