Studio White Color Palette
#FBFBFA · #F0F0EE · #DADAD6 · #AEAEAA
Use #FBFBFA as the background. Use #F0F0EE as the primary accent. Use #DADAD6 as secondary. Use #AEAEAA as body text/supporting color. Palette mood: Studio White — mono, cool, pastel, vintage.
Hex Codes, RGB & CMYK Color Values
Technical breakdown for the Studio White color scheme. Use these values for web design (HEX/RGB), print projects (CMYK), or specialized design software (HSL).
| Swatch | Design Role | HEX | RGB | CMYK | HSL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Background Luminance: 96.4% | 251, 251, 250 | 0%, 0%, 0%, 2% | 60°, 11%, 98% | ||
| Primary Accent Luminance: 87.0% | 240, 240, 238 | 0%, 0%, 1%, 6% | 60°, 6%, 94% | ||
| Secondary Luminance: 69.9% | 218, 218, 214 | 0%, 0%, 2%, 15% | 60°, 5%, 85% | ||
| Body Text Luminance: 42.2% | 174, 174, 170 | 0%, 0%, 2%, 32% | 60°, 2%, 67% |
Studio White Tints & Shades
Hover states, borders and elevation need lighter and darker steps of your base colors. Here are computed tints and shades for every color in the Studio White palette — click any swatch to copy its hex.
Studio White Palette Contrast Matrix (WCAG 2.1)
Every color tested as text on every other color as background. Body copy needs 4.5:1 (AA), large text and UI components 3:1. AAA requires 7:1.
| Text on Background | Preview | Ratio | Grade | Safe For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #AEAEAA on #FBFBFA |
Aa Sample Text
| 2.15:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #FBFBFA on #AEAEAA |
Aa Sample Text
| 2.15:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #AEAEAA on #F0F0EE |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.95:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #F0F0EE on #AEAEAA |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.95:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #AEAEAA on #DADAD6 |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.59:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #DADAD6 on #AEAEAA |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.59:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #DADAD6 on #FBFBFA |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.35:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #FBFBFA on #DADAD6 |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.35:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #DADAD6 on #F0F0EE |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.23:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #F0F0EE on #DADAD6 |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.23:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #F0F0EE on #FBFBFA |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.10:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #FBFBFA on #F0F0EE |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.10:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
Color Harmony: Analogous Scheme
The Studio White palette is built using a analogous relationship between its hues. This ensures that even with high-contrast accents, the overall scheme feels balanced and intentional.
A analogous palette is often preferred by professional designers because it creates a calm, serene atmosphere by using neighboring colors.
History & Design Context
Best Design Use Cases
Industries This Palette Suits
Colors That Pair Well With Studio White
Need a fifth color? These three companions are computed from the palette's own hue positions on the color wheel, so they extend the scheme without breaking its harmony.
directly opposite #F0F0EE on the wheel — the strongest accent for CTAs and highlights when you need maximum energy
30° beside #F0F0EE — a calm secondary that extends the palette without adding tension
a ink-black carrying the palette's own hue — perfect for surfaces and dividers
Using Studio White Without Breaking Accessibility
- Avoid #F0F0EE for small UI elements on #FBFBFA — at 1.1:1 it misses the 3:1 WCAG threshold; darken it with a shade from the ramp below.
- Don't set body copy in #AEAEAA on #FBFBFA — 2.1:1 fails WCAG AA; keep it for large decorative headings only.
- Don't use #DADAD6 behind body text — this light tone works better for surfaces, badges and dividers than for reading areas.
How to Implement the Studio White Color Scheme
To use this Studio White color palette in your web project, you can copy the following CSS variables or Tailwind CSS configuration. These roles ensure your UI maintains accessibility and visual hierarchy.
Option 1: CSS Variables
:root {
/* {name} Palette - ihatecolors.com */{'
'} --color-bg: {colors[0]};{'
'} --color-primary: {colors[1]};{'
'} --color-secondary: {colors[2]};{'
'} --color-text: {colors[3]};{'
'} {'}'} Web Design Tip
Use #FBFBFA for the main background and #F0F0EE for primary buttons. This creates a high-contrast focal point.
Accessibility Note
The contrast ratio between #AEAEAA and #FBFBFA is 2.15:1 (Fail). Ensure your body text remains legible.
Studio White Palette — Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hex codes in the Studio White color palette?
The Studio White palette contains #FBFBFA, #F0F0EE, #DADAD6, #AEAEAA. Click any swatch on this page to copy its value, or export all four at once as CSS variables, Tailwind config, SCSS or a Figma-ready list.
Is the Studio White color palette accessible (WCAG)?
Yes for its strongest pairings: #AEAEAA on #FBFBFA reaches 2.1:1 (Fail). For body text always keep a 4.5:1 ratio and for large UI elements 3:1 — the full contrast matrix above shows the exact score for every color-on-color combination in this palette.
What colors go well with the Studio White palette?
Beyond its own four colors, #AEAEB7, #F0F1EE, #151514 extend it naturally: the complementary hue for high-energy accents, an analogous neighbor for calm transitions, and a tinted neutral for surfaces. All three are computed from this palette's hues on the color wheel.
What mood does the Studio White palette create?
Studio White reads as mono, cool, pastel. Neutral gray drives the personality, grounded by muted yellow — a combination that works best when the very light base gets most of the canvas.
Can I use the Studio White color palette commercially?
Yes. Individual color values can't be copyrighted, so the Studio White palette is free for personal, client and commercial work — websites, branding, apps, print and social content, with no attribution required.
How do I add the Studio White palette to Tailwind or CSS?
Use the export panel on this page: CSS variables, a Tailwind config block, SCSS variables, or a Figma copy list are generated from Studio White's exact values, including the tint and shade ramps shown above.