#FEF9FB
- Brightness
- 250.7
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 336°, 71%, 99%
- HSV V %
- 100%
- Lab
- 98.3, 2.0, -0.4
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 2%, 1%, 0%
- PNG size
- 4.7 KB
- Tone / Feel
- very light, vivid warm hue
Recommended text: Black (20.16:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #FEF9FB
Common Name: Lucent White
RGB: 254, 249, 251
HSL: 340, 85%, 98%
Contrast vs White: 0.9, AA Pass
Contrast vs Black: 26.3, AA Pass
Mood Blurb: A soft, delicate hue, Lucent White is calming, serene, and light, often evoking feelings of peace and elegance. Popular in spaces seeking a refined yet subtle aesthetic, it blends well with neutral and pastel palettes. Its luminous undertones make it an ideal backdrop for minimalist and modern designs.
Notable Matches:
- Pantone FHI 11-0700 TPG - Lucent White (#F3F4F4)
- Pantone CMYK Color Guide - #FEF9FB (Exact match)
- Jotun Paint Chi - #F2F3ED (ΔE=5.36)
- Dulux Heritage China White - #EEEFEA (ΔE=5.85)
- Behr Bridal Veil - #F6F4F4 (ΔE=2.49)
Why Designers Use It:
Lucent White is used primarily in spaces aiming for a minimalist, soft feel, and its near-neutral character provides versatility. It can open up areas and give a sense of airiness and light. The trend of using this type of off-white color has grown in interior design, particularly in modern, Scandinavian, and contemporary settings, often applied to walls, ceilings, and trim to keep the focus on other design elements.
It’s widely used in the fashion and home décor industries for its timeless, elegant vibe. While not linked to any specific geographic region or historical tradition, Lucent White fits well into a variety of settings, from high-end boutique hotels to residential spaces and tech-centric environments. It also frequently appears in branding for premium products and services, where subtlety and sophistication are key.
Manufactured as part of modern paint systems and coatings, Lucent White doesn't have a direct natural counterpart but rather embodies the ideal of light purity—capturing the calm of a cloud-covered sky or the early morning light.