#FAF9EC

#FAF9EC

Color Values

HEX

#FAF9EC

RGB

250, 249, 236

HSL

55.7, 58.3%, 95.3%

HSV

55.7, 5.6%, 98.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 0.4%, 5.6%, 2.0%

OKLCH

0.9794 0.0171 103.1

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: #FAF9EC;
color: #FAF9EC;
border-color: #FAF9EC;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 50 #FFFBEB

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.06:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.83:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #FAF9EC?

RGB(250, 249, 236) · HSL(55.7, 58.3%, 95.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 0.4%, 5.6%, 2.0%)

Does #FAF9EC meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.06:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #FAF9EC?

Use 000000 text on a #FAF9EC background; contrast on black is 19.83:1.