#FFF0E6 Hex Color
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This luminous, pale orange sits between a soft peach and a desaturated grey. Because #fff0e6 is so light, it works best as a neutral background that avoids the starkness of pure white. It pairs well with earthy browns or deep charcoal for a modern, grounded palette. Designers should use black text over this shade, as it offers the high contrast needed for readable, accessible body copy.
Questions about #fff0e6
What is #fff0e6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fff0e6 is rgb(255, 240, 230), in HSL hsl(24, 100%, 95%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 10%, 0%.
How should I use #fff0e6 in a color palette?
#fff0e6 functions best as a neutral foundation that replaces stark white, allowing you to build depth with darker, grounded tones. It pairs beautifully with rich charcoal text for high-contrast accessibility or earthy brown accents to emphasize its subtle, peach-leaning warmth.
Does #fff0e6 read as a warm or cool color?
#fff0e6 is definitively a warm, inviting shade that mimics the soft glow of diffused sunlight. Its desaturated peach undertones prevent it from feeling too vibrant, making it a reliable choice for creating calm, human-centric interfaces without the coldness of grey.
Is #fff0e6 readable on white or black?
#fff0e6 has a 1.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.85:1 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.