Crisp Cotton
A gentle bleached neutral with warm undertones
Crisp Cotton is a bleached, neutral shade that balances subtle yellow warmth with faint grey undertones. Because it offers high contrast with black text, the hex code #f4f0e7 is a smart choice for body copy or UI backgrounds where standard white feels too clinical. Use this color as a primary base to achieve an airy, minimalist aesthetic that feels clean and accessible.
Questions about Crisp Cotton
What is the hex code for Crisp Cotton?
Crisp Cotton is #f4f0e7. In RGB that is rgb(244, 240, 231), in HSL hsl(42, 37%, 93%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 5%, 4%.
How does Crisp Cotton #f4f0e7 differ from standard white?
Crisp Cotton acts as a softer alternative to clinical pure white by introducing a subtle yellow warmth balanced by faint grey undertones. This specific blend prevents the stark, harsh feel of standard white, making it an ideal choice for creating inviting, minimalist layouts.
Is Crisp Cotton readable on white or black?
Crisp Cotton has a 1.13:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.46:1 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.