Cream

HEX: #FFFDD0 | Modern Palette

On White
1.04:1
FAIL
On Black
20.21:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#FFFDD0
RGB
255, 253, 208
HSL
57°, 100% ,90%
CMYK
0, 1, 18, 0

About Cream

Cream (#FFFDD0) is a color with RGB(255, 253, 208) and HSL(57.4°, 100%, 90.8%). It is commonly associated with Playful moods. In design, it fits Neon, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Background. Its complementary color is #D0D2FF, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #D0FFFD and #FDD0FF. The name comes from cremor (Latin).

  • HEX: #FFFDD0
  • RGB: 255, 253, 208
  • HSL: 57.4°, 100%, 90.8%
  • Mood: Playful
  • Style: Neon, Warm
  • Use case: Text, Button, Background
  • Complementary color: #D0D2FF
  • Triadic colors: #D0FFFD, #FDD0FF
  • The name comes from cremor (Latin).

Live Components

LIGHT
DARK
System Notification Box

Color Palettes

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

Shades & Tints

A seamless scale of #FFFDD0 from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Playful
Style
Neon Warm
Use case
Text Button Background

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #FEFED0
Protanopia #FDFDD0
Tritanopia #FFF8F8
Achromatopsia #FBFBFB

Frequently Asked Questions

Cream (#FFFDD0) is a color with RGB(255, 253, 208) and HSL(57.4°, 100%, 90.8%).

#FFFDD0 pairs strongly with #D0D2FF as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#FFFDD0 is suitable for Text, Button, Background and works well with Neon, Warm styles.

#FFFDD0 is commonly associated with Playful.

The name Cream is linked to cremor from Latin, meaning thick juice, broth.

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word cremor
Meaning thick juice, broth
Language Latin
First Recorded Use Late Middle English

History

The word 'cream' entered English from Old French 'cresme' or 'craime', which itself derived from the Late Latin 'crema'. The Latin 'cremor' originally referred to any thick liquid or broth, not specifically dairy. Over time, its meaning narrowed to the fatty part of milk that rises to the top. The color 'cream' is a relatively modern descriptor, emerging as a common color name in the late 16th or early 17th century, directly referencing the pale yellowish-white color of dairy cream.

First Recorded Use

c. 1300-1400

Cultural Associations

Cream is widely associated with richness, luxury, and delicacy in many cultures, both as a food item and as a color. In fashion and interior design, cream is often seen as a sophisticated and versatile neutral, offering a softer alternative to pure white. It evokes feelings of warmth, comfort, and classic elegance. The phrase 'the cream of the crop' signifies the best of a group, further highlighting its positive connotations.

Similar Named Colors
Lemon Chiffon #FFFACD ΔE 1.14
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Blond #FAF0BE ΔE 3.77
Pale Spring Bud #ECEBBD ΔE 3.83

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #FFFDD0;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #FFFDD0;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #FFFDD0;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #FFFDD0,
        #D0D2FF
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #FFFDD0,
        #D0D2FF
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$cream: #FFFDD0;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$cream-r: 255;
$cream-g: 253;
$cream-b: 208;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $cream;
    color: rgba($cream-r, $cream-g, $cream-b, 0.8);
}