#FAF5FF

#FAF5FF

Color Values

HEX

#FAF5FF

RGB

250, 245, 255

HSL

270.0, 100.0%, 98.0%

HSV

270.0, 3.9%, 100.0%

CMYK

2.0%, 3.9%, 0.0%, 0.0%

OKLCH

0.9768 0.0142 308.3

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: #FAF5FF;
color: #FAF5FF;
border-color: #FAF5FF;
Nearest Tailwind: Purple 50 #FAF5FF

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.07:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.57:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #FAF5FF?

RGB(250, 245, 255) · HSL(270.0, 100.0%, 98.0%) · CMYK(2.0%, 3.9%, 0.0%, 0.0%)

Does #FAF5FF meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.07:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #FAF5FF?

Use 000000 text on a #FAF5FF background; contrast on black is 19.57:1.