#F9F8EC

#F9F8EC

Color Values

HEX

#F9F8EC

RGB

249, 248, 236

HSL

55.4, 52.0%, 95.1%

HSV

55.4, 5.2%, 97.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 0.4%, 5.2%, 2.4%

OKLCH

0.9766 0.0158 102.8

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: #F9F8EC;
color: #F9F8EC;
border-color: #F9F8EC;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 50 #FFFBEB

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.07:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.67:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #F9F8EC?

RGB(249, 248, 236) · HSL(55.4, 52.0%, 95.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 0.4%, 5.2%, 2.4%)

Does #F9F8EC meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.07:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #F9F8EC?

Use 000000 text on a #F9F8EC background; contrast on black is 19.67:1.