#F8F2EF

#F8F2EF

Color Values

HEX

#F8F2EF

RGB

248, 242, 239

HSL

20.0, 39.1%, 95.5%

HSV

20.0, 3.6%, 97.3%

CMYK

0.0%, 2.4%, 3.6%, 2.7%

OKLCH

0.965 0.0076 48.7

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: #F8F2EF;
color: #F8F2EF;
border-color: #F8F2EF;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 100 #F5F5F4

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.11:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

18.94:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #F8F2EF?

RGB(248, 242, 239) · HSL(20.0, 39.1%, 95.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 2.4%, 3.6%, 2.7%)

Does #F8F2EF meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.11:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #F8F2EF?

Use 000000 text on a #F8F2EF background; contrast on black is 18.94:1.