#FAF5EE

#FAF5EE

Color Values

HEX

#FAF5EE

RGB

250, 245, 238

HSL

35.0, 54.5%, 95.7%

HSV

35.0, 4.8%, 98.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 2.0%, 4.8%, 2.0%

OKLCH

0.9721 0.0107 76.6

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: #FAF5EE;
color: #FAF5EE;
border-color: #FAF5EE;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 50 #FFF7ED

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.08:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.36:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #FAF5EE?

RGB(250, 245, 238) · HSL(35.0, 54.5%, 95.7%) · CMYK(0.0%, 2.0%, 4.8%, 2.0%)

Does #FAF5EE meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.08:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #FAF5EE?

Use 000000 text on a #FAF5EE background; contrast on black is 19.36:1.