#F9F8FF

#F9F8FF

Color Values

HEX

#F9F8FF

RGB

249, 248, 255

HSL

248.6, 100.0%, 98.6%

HSV

248.6, 2.7%, 100.0%

CMYK

2.4%, 2.7%, 0.0%, 0.0%

OKLCH

0.9819 0.0093 292.8

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: #F9F8FF;
color: #F9F8FF;
border-color: #F9F8FF;
Nearest Tailwind: Purple 50 #FAF5FF

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.06:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.9:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #F9F8FF?

RGB(249, 248, 255) · HSL(248.6, 100.0%, 98.6%) · CMYK(2.4%, 2.7%, 0.0%, 0.0%)

Does #F9F8FF meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #F9F8FF?

Use 000000 text on a #F9F8FF background; contrast on black is 19.9:1.