#FAF9ED

#FAF9ED

Color Values

HEX

#FAF9ED

RGB

250, 249, 237

HSL

55.4, 56.5%, 95.5%

HSV

55.4, 5.2%, 98.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 0.4%, 5.2%, 2.0%

OKLCH

0.9796 0.0158 102.8

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: #FAF9ED;
color: #FAF9ED;
border-color: #FAF9ED;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 50 #FFFBEB

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.06:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.84:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #FAF9ED?

RGB(250, 249, 237) · HSL(55.4, 56.5%, 95.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 0.4%, 5.2%, 2.0%)

Does #FAF9ED meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #FAF9ED?

Use 000000 text on a #FAF9ED background; contrast on black is 19.84:1.