#F8F9F5

#F8F9F5

Color Values

HEX

#F8F9F5

RGB

248, 249, 245

HSL

75.0, 25.0%, 96.9%

HSV

75.0, 1.6%, 97.6%

CMYK

0.4%, 0.0%, 1.6%, 2.4%

OKLCH

0.9803 0.0054 117.9

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: #F8F9F5;
color: #F8F9F5;
border-color: #F8F9F5;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 50 #FAFAF9

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.06:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.86:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #F8F9F5?

RGB(248, 249, 245) · HSL(75.0, 25.0%, 96.9%) · CMYK(0.4%, 0.0%, 1.6%, 2.4%)

Does #F8F9F5 meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #F8F9F5?

Use 000000 text on a #F8F9F5 background; contrast on black is 19.86:1.