#FAF5EF

#FAF5EF

Color Values

HEX

#FAF5EF

RGB

250, 245, 239

HSL

32.7, 52.4%, 95.9%

HSV

32.7, 4.4%, 98.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 2.0%, 4.4%, 2.0%

OKLCH

0.9724 0.0096 72.7

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: #FAF5EF;
color: #FAF5EF;
border-color: #FAF5EF;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 50 #FFF7ED

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.08:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.37:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #FAF5EF?

RGB(250, 245, 239) · HSL(32.7, 52.4%, 95.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 2.0%, 4.4%, 2.0%)

Does #FAF5EF meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #FAF5EF?

Use 000000 text on a #FAF5EF background; contrast on black is 19.37:1.