#FEF9E9

#FEF9E9

Color Values

HEX

#FEF9E9

RGB

254, 249, 233

HSL

45.7, 91.3%, 95.5%

HSV

45.7, 8.3%, 99.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 2.0%, 8.3%, 0.4%

OKLCH

0.9817 0.0217 92.5

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: #FEF9E9;
color: #FEF9E9;
border-color: #FEF9E9;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 50 #FFFBEB

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.05:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.94:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #FEF9E9?

RGB(254, 249, 233) · HSL(45.7, 91.3%, 95.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 2.0%, 8.3%, 0.4%)

Does #FEF9E9 meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #FEF9E9?

Use 000000 text on a #FEF9E9 background; contrast on black is 19.94:1.