#F9F9EF

#F9F9EF

Color Values

HEX

#F9F9EF

RGB

249, 249, 239

HSL

60.0, 45.5%, 95.7%

HSV

60.0, 4.0%, 97.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 0.0%, 4.0%, 2.4%

OKLCH

0.9794 0.0132 106.6

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: #F9F9EF;
color: #F9F9EF;
border-color: #F9F9EF;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 50 #FFF7ED

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.06:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.82:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #F9F9EF?

RGB(249, 249, 239) · HSL(60.0, 45.5%, 95.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 0.0%, 4.0%, 2.4%)

Does #F9F9EF meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #F9F9EF?

Use 000000 text on a #F9F9EF background; contrast on black is 19.82:1.