#FAF5ED

#FAF5ED

Color Values

HEX

#FAF5ED

RGB

250, 245, 237

HSL

36.9, 56.5%, 95.5%

HSV

36.9, 5.2%, 98.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 2.0%, 5.2%, 2.0%

OKLCH

0.9718 0.0119 79.8

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: #FAF5ED;
color: #FAF5ED;
border-color: #FAF5ED;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 50 #FFF7ED

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.09:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.35:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #FAF5ED?

RGB(250, 245, 237) · HSL(36.9, 56.5%, 95.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 2.0%, 5.2%, 2.0%)

Does #FAF5ED meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.09:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #FAF5ED?

Use 000000 text on a #FAF5ED background; contrast on black is 19.35:1.