#FAF3EC

#FAF3EC

Color Values

HEX

#FAF3EC

RGB

250, 243, 236

HSL

30.0, 58.3%, 95.3%

HSV

30.0, 5.6%, 98.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 2.8%, 5.6%, 2.0%

OKLCH

0.9677 0.012 67.7

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: #FAF3EC;
color: #FAF3EC;
border-color: #FAF3EC;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 50 #FFF7ED

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.1:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.1:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #FAF3EC?

RGB(250, 243, 236) · HSL(30.0, 58.3%, 95.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 2.8%, 5.6%, 2.0%)

Does #FAF3EC meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.1:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #FAF3EC?

Use 000000 text on a #FAF3EC background; contrast on black is 19.1:1.