#F5EFE6 Hex Color
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This pale, near-neutral orange feels airy and bleached, offering a subtle warmth without the intensity of typical autumn tones. Because it is so desaturated, the hex code #f5efe6 functions best as a soft background base rather than an accent. It pairs effectively with deep charcoals or slate greys, which provide the high-contrast readability necessary for modern, minimalist UI designs.
Questions about #f5efe6
What is #f5efe6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f5efe6 is rgb(245, 239, 230), in HSL hsl(36, 43%, 93%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 6%, 4%.
How should I use #f5efe6 in a UI design project?
Does #f5efe6 read as a warm or cool color?
#f5efe6 reads as a warm, near-neutral tone due to its faint orange undertones. While it is bleached and airy, it avoids the sterile feel of pure off-white, offering a gentle, inviting quality that suits wellness or lifestyle branding.
Is #f5efe6 readable on white or black?
#f5efe6 has a 1.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.37:1 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.