#FCFCFC
- Brightness
- 252.0
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 0°, 0%, 99%
- HSV V %
- 99%
- Lab
- 99.0, 0.0, 0.0
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 0%, 0%, 1%
- PNG size
- 3.9 KB
- Tone / Feel
- very light, muted warm hue
Recommended text: Black (20.47:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #FCFCFC
Common Name: Soft White
RGB: (252, 252, 252)
HSL: (0°, 0%, 99%)
Contrast vs White: 0.0 (AA Fail)
Contrast vs Black: 21.5 (AA Pass)
Mood: #FCFCFC is a gentle, almost ethereal shade of white that brings a sense of calm, purity, and minimalism. It's widely regarded as an unobtrusive backdrop in design, often used in spaces that aim for a serene or modern look. This color often appears in interior design, digital interfaces, and luxury branding, giving off a quiet sophistication.
Close Named Matches:
- Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace #F5F7F2 - A clean, crisp white often used in upscale design projects.
- Pantone Bright White #F5F7F6 - Popular in the Pantone Fashion Home Interiors palette, this color signifies understated elegance.
- Behr Ultra Pure White #FAFAF5 - A pristine white with just the slightest hint of warmth.
- Dulux China White #EEEFEA - This subtle white is a favorite in both traditional and contemporary interiors.
Why Designers Use It:
#FCFCFC is one of the go-to colors for designers seeking to create a sense of spaciousness and clarity in their projects. It's often favored for its neutrality, which allows other design elements to stand out. This color works exceptionally well in minimalistic designs, contemporary interiors, and high-end branding. The gentle shade also pairs seamlessly with both warm and cool tones, making it versatile in various industries such as luxury real estate, high-tech gadgets, and clean, modern fashion brands.
The trend toward this subtle, sophisticated white has grown particularly in the past decade, where the need for simplicity and elegance in design has taken center stage. It’s widely used in the tech industry, often seen in user interfaces, websites, and product packaging. Designers also favor it for home decor, as it creates a light, airy atmosphere, making spaces feel larger and more open.
Historically, this color is connected to purity and simplicity, frequently used in contexts where freshness and cleanliness are desired, such as in health and wellness products or premium kitchenware. Additionally, its association with minimalist aesthetics has gained it popularity in modern Scandinavian and Japanese interior design.