What is the hex code for Seashell?

The hex code for Seashell is #FFF5EE. In RGB that is rgb(255, 245, 238), and in HSL it is hsl(25, 100%, 97%).

What RGB values make Seashell?

Seashell is 255 red, 245 green, and 238 blue, written as rgb(255, 245, 238).

Seashell scores 1.07:1 against white. WCAG AA needs 4.5:1 for body text, so it fails and should be used for fills or borders rather than type.

Yes. You can write color: seashell directly in CSS, which every browser resolves to #FFF5EE.

#FFF5EE

Seashell is a white tone at #FFF5EE. It sits at 25 degrees on the color wheel with 100% saturation and 97% lightness.

Color values

Tints mix Seashell with white, shades mix it with black. Use the light end for backgrounds and the dark end for text that has to stay readable.

Tint 80%

#FFFDFC

Tint 60%

#FFFBF8

Tint 40%

#FFF9F5

Tint 20%

#FFF7F1

Base

#FFF5EE

Shade 20%

#CCC4BE

Shade 40%

#99938F

Shade 60%

#66625F

Shade 80%

#333130

On white

Sample text

1.07:1

Fails WCAG for text

On black

Sample text

19.55:1

Passes AAA for body text

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Frequently asked

What is the hex code for Seashell?: The hex code for Seashell is #FFF5EE. In RGB that is rgb(255, 245, 238), and in HSL it is hsl(25, 100%, 97%).
What RGB values make Seashell?: Seashell is 255 red, 245 green, and 238 blue, written as rgb(255, 245, 238).
Is Seashell readable as text on a white background?: Seashell scores 1.07:1 against white. WCAG AA needs 4.5:1 for body text, so it fails and should be used for fills or borders rather than type.
Is Seashell a valid CSS color name?: Yes. You can write color: seashell directly in CSS, which every browser resolves to #FFF5EE.