#F8F9EE

#F8F9EE

Color Values

HEX

#F8F9EE

RGB

248, 249, 238

HSL

65.5, 47.8%, 95.5%

HSV

65.5, 4.4%, 97.6%

CMYK

0.4%, 0.0%, 4.4%, 2.4%

OKLCH

0.9784 0.0145 110.9

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: #F8F9EE;
color: #F8F9EE;
border-color: #F8F9EE;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 50 #FFFBEB

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.06:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.78:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #F8F9EE?

RGB(248, 249, 238) · HSL(65.5, 47.8%, 95.5%) · CMYK(0.4%, 0.0%, 4.4%, 2.4%)

Does #F8F9EE meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.06:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #F8F9EE?

Use 000000 text on a #F8F9EE background; contrast on black is 19.78:1.