Ivory Color: HEX Code, RGB and Meaning
Ivory is a soft, warm white with a faint yellow tint, gentler than pure white.
HEX is one common value Last updated:
#FFFFF0rgb(255, 255, 240)hsl(60, 100%, 97%)cmyk(0%, 0%, 6%, 0%)Color definitions vary by source. The HEX above is one common value for "ivory" from the open color-name-list dataset, not an official standard. CMYK is a simple conversion; printed results depend on ink and paper.
What ivory means
Ivory brings the cleanliness of white with a touch of warmth. It feels refined, calm and slightly formal, and it is a common choice when stark white would feel too clinical.
The shade shown here is only a hair away from pure white, so the difference shows mainly next to other whites. In context, ivory tends to read as creamy and soft.
Tints and shades of ivory
Lighter tints are made by mixing with white and darker shades by mixing with black. Click a swatch to copy its HEX.
Ivory color palettes
Ivory is close to neutral, so it has little hue of its own. The partner colors below borrow a 220° hue at muted saturation; treat them as starting points.
Complementary
Two colors opposite each other on the color wheel: the strongest contrast.
Analogous
Three neighbors on the wheel: a smooth, low-contrast scheme.
Triadic
Three colors evenly spaced around the wheel: lively but balanced.
Colors that go with ivory
- Navy Blue (#000080): A crisp, classic partner.
- Taupe (#B9A281): Soft and sophisticated.
- Gold (#FFD700): Warm and elegant.
- Sage (#87AE73): Light and natural.
Similar named colors
Where ivory is used
- Fashion. Ivory is the standard choice for wedding dresses, silk blouses and knitwear. It flatters more skin tones than bright white.
- Interiors. Ivory walls and trim keep rooms bright but cozy. They suit traditional and modern spaces equally.
- Branding. Stationery, bridal, skincare and hospitality brands use ivory for elegance.
Ivory vs cream
Cream is a more noticeable yellow-white, and ivory is closer to pure white. Ivory is cleaner and more neutral; cream is buttery.
Place a sheet of each on a white table and ivory will almost vanish, while cream shows as a warm tint. For formal stationery, ivory is the subtler choice.
Frequently asked questions
What color is ivory?
A slightly warm off-white with a faint yellow tint.
Is ivory the same as cream?
No. Ivory is paler; cream has more visible yellow.
Is ivory warm or cool?
Warm, because of its yellow undertone.
What goes with ivory?
Navy, taupe, gold and sage work well.