#FAF8FF

#FAF8FF

Color Values

HEX

#FAF8FF

RGB

250, 248, 255

HSL

257.1, 100.0%, 98.6%

HSV

257.1, 2.7%, 100.0%

CMYK

2.0%, 2.7%, 0.0%, 0.0%

OKLCH

0.9826 0.0095 299.2

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: #FAF8FF;
color: #FAF8FF;
border-color: #FAF8FF;
Nearest Tailwind: Purple 50 #FAF5FF

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.05:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.94:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #FAF8FF?

RGB(250, 248, 255) · HSL(257.1, 100.0%, 98.6%) · CMYK(2.0%, 2.7%, 0.0%, 0.0%)

Does #FAF8FF meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.05:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #FAF8FF?

Use 000000 text on a #FAF8FF background; contrast on black is 19.94:1.