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Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #FAF0E6?

RGB(250, 240, 230), HSL(30.0, 66.7%, 94.1%), CMYK(0.0%, 4.0%, 8.0%, 2.0%).

Q: Does #FAF0E6 meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.12:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

#FAF0E6

CSS color

Linen (#FAF0E6) is a warm, pale cream CSS named color evoking the natural off-white color of undyed linen fabric made from flax fibers. It is distinctly warmer than pure white and has a soft, organic quality suggesting handwoven textiles, artisanal paper, and the natural neutrals of fine French country interiors. It is widely used in editorial and luxury brand design.

Color Values

HEX

#FAF0E6

RGB

250, 240, 230

HSL

30.0, 66.7%, 94.1%

HSV

30.0, 8.0%, 98.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 4.0%, 8.0%, 2.0%

OKLCH

0.9602 0.0171 67.6

Properties

Warm Light Nearest: linen

Color Psychology

Light oranges like peach and apricot radiate friendliness, comfort, and gentle optimism. They are psychologically soothing and feel approachable without being overly stimulating. These tones often appear in hospitality and food branding to suggest warmth and welcome.

Design Usage

Soft oranges make excellent card backgrounds and notification banners that need attention without alarm. They are popular in onboarding flows and empty-state illustrations to create a welcoming atmosphere. Pair them with slate gray text and white surfaces for a clean, modern look.