#FFF5E5 Hex Color
A delicate, creamy off-white with warmth
This pale, creamy off-white carries a delicate orange undertone that softens its bright luminosity. Because it is so light, it functions best as a calming, neutral background rather than a main feature. Pair #fff5e5 with deep charcoals or navy for high contrast in UI design. Its hex code is #fff5e5, and it offers excellent readability with dark text for clean, minimalist layouts.
Questions about #fff5e5
What is #fff5e5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fff5e5 is rgb(255, 245, 229), in HSL hsl(37, 100%, 95%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 10%, 0%.
Does #fff5e5 work well for text-heavy layouts?
Yes, #fff5e5 provides a gentle, low-glare background that reduces eye strain compared to pure white. It remains highly legible when paired with dark, high-contrast text like charcoal or deep navy, maintaining excellent accessibility standards.
Why does #fff5e5 feel warmer than standard white?
The orange undertones in #fff5e5 shift its temperature toward the warm side of the spectrum. This subtle warmth prevents the clinical, stark feeling often associated with pure white, making it an ideal choice for wellness and lifestyle branding.
Is #fff5e5 readable on white or black?
#fff5e5 has a 1.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 19.44:1 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.