#EDF8FF

#EDF8FF

Color Values

HEX

#EDF8FF

RGB

237, 248, 255

HSL

203.3, 100.0%, 96.5%

HSV

203.3, 7.1%, 100.0%

CMYK

7.1%, 2.7%, 0.0%, 0.0%

OKLCH

0.9729 0.015 235.4

Properties

Color Psychology

Near-whites and off-whites radiate purity, simplicity, and spacious clarity. They feel open and unbounded, associated with cleanliness, fresh starts, and minimalism. These tones create a sense of potential and possibility, inviting focus on content.

Design Usage

Off-whites are preferred over pure white for page backgrounds to reduce glare. They feel warmer while maintaining a clean, bright aesthetic. Use for primary backgrounds and content areas where visual breathing room is needed.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #EDF8FF;
color: #EDF8FF;
border-color: #EDF8FF;
Nearest Tailwind: Sky 50 #F0F9FF

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.08:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.47:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #EDF8FF?

RGB(237, 248, 255) · HSL(203.3, 100.0%, 96.5%) · CMYK(7.1%, 2.7%, 0.0%, 0.0%)

Does #EDF8FF meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.08:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #EDF8FF?

Use 000000 text on a #EDF8FF background; contrast on black is 19.47:1.