Off White hex code
The hex code for off white is #FAF9F6. In RGB that is rgb(250, 249, 246) and in HSL it is hsl(45, 29%, 97%).
The hex code for off white is #FAF9F6. In RGB that is rgb(250, 249, 246) and in HSL it is hsl(45, 29%, 97%).
Off White · #FAF9F6
Colour codes
- HEX
- #FAF9F6
- RGB
- rgb(250, 249, 246)
- HSL
- hsl(45, 29%, 97%)
- CMYK
- 0, 0, 2, 2
- Contrast on white
- 1.05:1
- Contrast on black
- 19.95:1
Tints and shades
20% lighter · #fbfaf8
40% lighter · #fcfbfa
60% lighter · #fdfdfb
80% lighter · #fefefd
20% darker · #c8c7c5
40% darker · #969594
60% darker · #646462
80% darker · #323231
Complementary colour
Off White · #FAF9F6
Opposite on the colour wheel · #f5f6fa
Frequently asked questions
What is the hex code for off white?
The hex code for off white is #FAF9F6. In RGB that is rgb(250, 249, 246) and in HSL it is hsl(45, 29%, 97%).
Can I use off white for text?
It has a contrast ratio of 1.05:1 on white and 19.95:1 on black. Body text needs 4.5:1 under WCAG AA, so it works as text on a dark background, not on white.
What colour goes with off white?
Its complementary colour, opposite on the colour wheel, is #F5F6FA. Pairing a colour with its complement gives the strongest contrast; for something calmer, use a tint or shade of off white instead.
Is off white a CSS colour name?
No. Off White is a common name rather than a CSS keyword, and different sources use slightly different values. #FAF9F6 is the most widely used one - use the hex value in CSS.