#FFF9EA

#FFF9EA

Color Values

HEX

#FFF9EA

RGB

255, 249, 234

HSL

42.9, 100.0%, 95.9%

HSV

42.9, 8.2%, 100.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 2.4%, 8.2%, 0.0%

OKLCH

0.9827 0.0207 88.7

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: #FFF9EA;
color: #FFF9EA;
border-color: #FFF9EA;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 50 #FFFBEB

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.05:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

19.99:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #FFF9EA?

RGB(255, 249, 234) · HSL(42.9, 100.0%, 95.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 2.4%, 8.2%, 0.0%)

Does #FFF9EA meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #FFF9EA?

Use 000000 text on a #FFF9EA background; contrast on black is 19.99:1.