#FFF5DB Hex Color

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#fff5db is a luminous off-white with a very light, muted yellow undertone. Its high lightness creates a clean, fresh feel suited to healthcare, bridal, dairy, and minimalist layouts. Use it as a dominant background with black text, which provides about 19.3:1 contrast. The hex code #fff5db pairs well with charcoal, navy, and natural wood tones.

Questions about #fff5db

What is #fff5db in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fff5db is rgb(255, 245, 219), in HSL hsl(43, 100%, 93%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 14%, 0%.
What colors pair well with #fff5db?
#fff5db pairs well with navy, charcoal, and natural wood tones because these darker, grounded accents balance its pale yellow warmth without making the palette feel harsh or overly cool in use.
Does #fff5db read as warm or cool?
#fff5db reads as a warm off-white because its near-white base carries a subtle yellow undertone, giving interfaces and layouts a fresh, gentle feel rather than the crisp, blue cast associated with cooler whites.
Is #fff5db readable on white or black?
#fff5db has a 1.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 19.33:1 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.