#FFFEE9 Hex Color
Luminous off-white with a gentle yellow glow
This luminous, off-white hue carries a subtle, pale yellow undertone that keeps it from feeling sterile. Because it is highly readable against black text, #fffee9 serves as a perfect, gentle backdrop for clean UI designs or minimalist editorial layouts. It feels more organic than pure white and pairs beautifully with sage green or warm gray accents. The hex code for this color is #fffee9.
Questions about #fffee9
What is #fffee9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fffee9 is rgb(255, 254, 233), in HSL hsl(57, 100%, 96%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 9%, 0%.
What colors pair well with #fffee9 in a design?
#fffee9 works best alongside grounding neutrals or soft, muted tones. It creates a sophisticated, cohesive palette when paired with sage green for a natural feel or warm gray for a more professional, balanced look.
Is #fffee9 a good choice for text backgrounds?
#fffee9 is an excellent background choice for accessibility because it significantly reduces eye strain compared to harsh, pure white. It provides strong contrast for dark text while maintaining a softer, more inviting aesthetic for the reader.
Is #fffee9 readable on white or black?
#fffee9 has a 1.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 20.60:1 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.