#FAF5ED Hex Color
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#faf5ed is an incredibly pale, bleached off-white that carries faint yellow and orange undertones. It offers a softer, more organic alternative to pure white for minimal interface backgrounds. Because it is highly legible with black text, designers often use this shade for clean, airy editorial layouts. Avoid pairing it with stark white, as it can look unintentionally dirty or washed out in direct contrast.
Questions about #faf5ed
What is #faf5ed in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #faf5ed is rgb(250, 245, 237), in HSL hsl(37, 57%, 95%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 5%, 2%.
How should I use #faf5ed in a UI design?
#faf5ed works best as a background color for clean, editorial-style interfaces where you need an alternative to harsh white. It provides enough warmth to feel organic and approachable while remaining neutral enough to let charcoal or deep grey text stand out clearly.
Why does #faf5ed look dirty when paired with pure white?
Because #faf5ed contains distinct yellow and orange undertones, placing it directly next to pure white creates a muddy contrast. The eye perceives the off-white as discolored or stained rather than intentional; always use it as the primary surface color rather than as a secondary highlight.
Is #faf5ed readable on white or black?
#faf5ed has a 1.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 19.34:1 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.