#FFF9EF

#FFF9EF

Color Values

HEX

#FFF9EF

RGB

255, 249, 239

HSL

37.5, 100.0%, 96.9%

HSV

37.5, 6.3%, 100.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 2.4%, 6.3%, 0.0%

OKLCH

0.984 0.0147 80.7

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: #FFF9EF;
color: #FFF9EF;
border-color: #FFF9EF;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 50 #FFF7ED

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.05:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

20.05:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #FFF9EF?

RGB(255, 249, 239) · HSL(37.5, 100.0%, 96.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 2.4%, 6.3%, 0.0%)

Does #FFF9EF meet WCAG contrast on white?

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

What text color is readable on #FFF9EF?

Use 000000 text on a #FFF9EF background; contrast on black is 20.05:1.