Seashell colour (#FFF5EE)
Seashell is very light an orange with hex code #FFF5EE, one of the 148 named colours every browser understands, so you can write color: ${name} directly in CSS. In RGB it is 255, 245, 238; in HSL 25°, 100%, 97%. Use the tool to explore shades and harmonies.
How to use the Seashell colour
- The colour is pre-filled; click Explore to see all formats, shades and harmonies.
- Edit the value to try a variation.
- Copy the code you need.
Seashell in every format
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| HEX | #FFF5EE |
| RGB | rgb(255, 245, 238) |
| RGB (0–1) | 1.000, 0.961, 0.933 |
| HSL | hsl(25, 100%, 97%) |
| CMYK (approx.) | 0%, 4%, 7%, 0% |
| CSS | color: seashell; |
Shades and tints of Seashell
Same hue and saturation, lightness from 90% to 10%:
#ffe1cc | #ffc499 | #ffa666 | #ff8833 | #ff6a00 | #cc5500 | #994000 | #662b00 | #331500 |
Colours that go with Seashell
| Harmony | Colours | |
|---|---|---|
| Complementary | #f0f9ff | |
| Triadic | #f0fff6 | #f6f0ff |
| Analogous | #fffef0 | #fff0f1 |
Similar named colours
The closest CSS named colours by RGB distance, useful when you need a keyword instead of a hex code or want a near match:
| Colour | HEX | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| floralwhite | #fffaf0 | very close |
| oldlace | #fdf5e6 | very close |
| lavenderblush | #fff0f5 | very close |
| ivory | #fffff0 | very close |
| linen | #faf0e6 | very close |
Accessibility
Contrast ratio of Seashell against white is 1.07:1 (fails WCAG AA for normal text) and against black 19.55:1 (passes). Use black or very dark text on a Seashell background rather than white.
Frequently asked questions
What is the hex code for Seashell?
#FFF5EE.
What is Seashell in RGB?
rgb(255, 245, 238).
What colour is complementary to Seashell?
#f0f9ff, directly opposite on the colour wheel.
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Last updated 2026-09-23.