#FCF9EE

#FCF9EE

Color Values

HEX

#FCF9EE

RGB

252, 249, 238

HSL

47.1, 70.0%, 96.1%

HSV

47.1, 5.6%, 98.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 1.2%, 5.6%, 1.2%

OKLCH

0.9814 0.0148 94.2

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: #FCF9EE;
color: #FCF9EE;
border-color: #FCF9EE;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 50 #FFF7ED

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.05:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.92:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #FCF9EE?

RGB(252, 249, 238) · HSL(47.1, 70.0%, 96.1%) · CMYK(0.0%, 1.2%, 5.6%, 1.2%)

Does #FCF9EE meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #FCF9EE?

Use 000000 text on a #FCF9EE background; contrast on black is 19.92:1.