#FFFAE6 Hex Color
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This luminous off-white carries a hint of pale yellow, creating a softer alternative to stark, clinical white. It works best as a neutral base in minimal interfaces where you need warmth without sacrificing legibility. Because it maintains high contrast for black text, it functions perfectly for body copy. The hex code for this subtle, inviting shade is #fffae6.
Questions about #fffae6
What is #fffae6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fffae6 is rgb(255, 250, 230), in HSL hsl(48, 100%, 95%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 10%, 0%.
What colors pair well with #fffae6 in a design palette?
Because of its creamy, subtle yellow base, #fffae6 works beautifully with earthy tones like terracotta or deep, muted greens like olive. It also balances well with cool, desaturated navy to create a sense of classic, grounded contrast.
Is #fffae6 readable on white or black?
#fffae6 has a 1.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 20.06:1 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.