#F9F9F0

#F9F9F0

Color Values

HEX

#F9F9F0

RGB

249, 249, 240

HSL

60.0, 42.9%, 95.9%

HSV

60.0, 3.6%, 97.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 0.0%, 3.6%, 2.4%

OKLCH

0.9797 0.0118 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: #F9F9F0;
color: #F9F9F0;
border-color: #F9F9F0;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 50 #FFF7ED

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.06:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.84:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #F9F9F0?

RGB(249, 249, 240) · HSL(60.0, 42.9%, 95.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 0.0%, 3.6%, 2.4%)

Does #F9F9F0 meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #F9F9F0?

Use 000000 text on a #F9F9F0 background; contrast on black is 19.84:1.