#F9F5F8

#F9F5F8

Color Values

HEX

#F9F5F8

RGB

249, 245, 248

HSL

315.0, 25.0%, 96.9%

HSV

315.0, 1.6%, 97.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 1.6%, 0.4%, 2.4%

OKLCH

0.9741 0.0058 334.0

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: #F9F5F8;
color: #F9F5F8;
border-color: #F9F5F8;
Nearest Tailwind: Zinc 100 #F4F4F5

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.08:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.44:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #F9F5F8?

RGB(249, 245, 248) · HSL(315.0, 25.0%, 96.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 1.6%, 0.4%, 2.4%)

Does #F9F5F8 meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #F9F5F8?

Use 000000 text on a #F9F5F8 background; contrast on black is 19.44:1.