#FFF7EA Hex Color
A gentle and warm cream base
This incredibly pale, warm off-white carries subtle hints of yellow and grey. Because #fff7ea is highly readable with dark text, it serves as an excellent, softer alternative to pure white for UI backgrounds. It feels clean and approachable, but avoid using it near stark white, where it can appear unintentionally dingy. Use this hex code as a gentle base to maintain high contrast without sacrificing warmth.
Questions about #fff7ea
What is #fff7ea in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fff7ea is rgb(255, 247, 234), in HSL hsl(37, 100%, 96%) and in CMYK 0%, 3%, 8%, 0%.
Does #fff7ea work well as a background for text?
Yes, #fff7ea provides a high-contrast, comfortable background for dark text, making it a superior choice to pure white. It maintains excellent readability for long-form content while reducing the eye strain often caused by overly bright, stark digital surfaces.
Which colors pair best with #fff7ea?
Is #fff7ea readable on white or black?
#fff7ea has a 1.06:1 contrast ratio on white and 19.74:1 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.