#FAF9FF

#FAF9FF

Color Values

HEX

#FAF9FF

RGB

250, 249, 255

HSL

250.0, 100.0%, 98.8%

HSV

250.0, 2.4%, 100.0%

CMYK

2.0%, 2.4%, 0.0%, 0.0%

OKLCH

0.9846 0.008 293.9

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: #FAF9FF;
color: #FAF9FF;
border-color: #FAF9FF;
Nearest Tailwind: Slate 50 #F8FAFC

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.05:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

20.06:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #FAF9FF?

RGB(250, 249, 255) · HSL(250.0, 100.0%, 98.8%) · CMYK(2.0%, 2.4%, 0.0%, 0.0%)

Does #FAF9FF meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #FAF9FF?

Use 000000 text on a #FAF9FF background; contrast on black is 20.06:1.