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Cornsilk

#F2E9CF

A light, muted cornsilk — sophisticated balance of hue and saturation that conveys composure and subtle refinement, well-suited to modern, minimalist design.

Psychology

White feels spacious, clean, and uncluttered — but never quite empty. It's the color of clarity, simplicity, and new beginnings.

Meaning

Purity, peace, and minimalism in Western design; mourning and reverence in parts of East Asia.

Applications

The default canvas for most apps, editorial layouts, and packaging. Use a slightly off-white instead of pure #FFFFFF to reduce eye strain.

Conversion

HEX
F2E9CF
RGB
242, 233, 207
HSL
45, 57%, 88%
HSB
45, 14%, 95%
CMYK
0, 4, 14, 5
LAB
93, 0, 14
LCH
93, 14, 90
OKLCH
0.93, 0.04, 91
XYZ
77, 82, 71
LUV
93, 7, 21
HWB
45, 81%, 5%
Pantone
663 C

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