#F7F5E6 Hex Color
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This desaturated off-white carries a delicate, yellow-grey undertone. #f7f5e6 serves as a gentle UI background, appearing less harsh than stark white. It pairs beautifully with deep black text, maintaining strong readability with a 19.2:1 contrast ratio. Because this shade is so bleached, avoid placing it directly against pure white to prevent a muddy appearance. The hex code is #f7f5e6.
Questions about #f7f5e6
What is #f7f5e6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f7f5e6 is rgb(247, 245, 230), in HSL hsl(53, 52%, 94%) and in CMYK 0%, 1%, 7%, 3%.
When should I use #f7f5e6 instead of pure white?
Use #f7f5e6 when you need a background that reduces eye strain while maintaining a clean aesthetic. It creates a subtle warmth that looks less clinical than white, making it ideal for long-form reading interfaces or soft, minimalist branding.
What colors pair best with #f7f5e6?
Is #f7f5e6 readable on white or black?
#f7f5e6 has a 1.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 19.15:1 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.