#F8F5F9

#F8F5F9

Color Values

HEX

#F8F5F9

RGB

248, 245, 249

HSL

285.0, 25.0%, 96.9%

HSV

285.0, 1.6%, 97.6%

CMYK

0.4%, 1.6%, 0.0%, 2.4%

OKLCH

0.9736 0.0062 317.8

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: #F8F5F9;
color: #F8F5F9;
border-color: #F8F5F9;
Nearest Tailwind: Gray 100 #F3F4F6

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.08:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.42:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #F8F5F9?

RGB(248, 245, 249) · HSL(285.0, 25.0%, 96.9%) · CMYK(0.4%, 1.6%, 0.0%, 2.4%)

Does #F8F5F9 meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #F8F5F9?

Use 000000 text on a #F8F5F9 background; contrast on black is 19.42:1.