#F3F5E5 Hex Color
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This pale, bleached yellow carries a delicate, airy quality that makes it an excellent neutral background. Because it is highly luminous and sits near grey, #f3f5e5 feels less sterile than pure white, providing a warmer option for minimalist UI layouts. It offers enough contrast for readable black body text, pairing well with slate greys for a modern, approachable aesthetic. The hex code for this shade is #f3f5e5.
Questions about #f3f5e5
What is #f3f5e5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f3f5e5 is rgb(243, 245, 229), in HSL hsl(68, 44%, 93%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 7%, 4%.
What makes #f3f5e5 a better choice than standard white for web interfaces?
The #f3f5e5 hex color offers a subtle warmth that feels significantly less sterile than stark white, making it perfect for UI backgrounds that require a clean but approachable aesthetic. It provides excellent readability when paired with deep charcoal or soft black typography.
Which color palettes work best with #f3f5e5?
Because #f3f5e5 functions as a near-neutral, it pairs beautifully with earthy tones. Try combining this shade with slate greys for a professional look, or use it alongside terracotta for a balanced, sophisticated design palette that retains a natural, airy feel.
Is #f3f5e5 readable on white or black?
#f3f5e5 has a 1.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 19.00:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.