#FCFAED

#FCFAED

Color Values

HEX

#FCFAED

RGB

252, 250, 237

HSL

52.0, 71.4%, 95.9%

HSV

52.0, 6.0%, 98.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 0.8%, 6.0%, 1.2%

OKLCH

0.9831 0.0172 99.6

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

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.05:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

20.04:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

RGB(252, 250, 237) · HSL(52.0, 71.4%, 95.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 0.8%, 6.0%, 1.2%)

Does #FCFAED meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #FCFAED?

Use 000000 text on a #FCFAED background; contrast on black is 20.04:1.