#2E3609 Hex Color
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Dark and heavily muted, #2e3609 is a warm yellow with olive-green undertones and a gloomy, grounded character. Its low lightness works well for moody backgrounds, construction branding, sale graphics, and budget-focused designs. Use this hex code as a supporting tone, then add brighter accents for energy. White text remains highly readable over it.
Questions about #2e3609
What is #2e3609 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2e3609 is rgb(46, 54, 9), in HSL hsl(71, 71%, 12%) and in CMYK 15%, 0%, 83%, 79%.
What colors pair well with #2e3609 in a palette?
#2e3609 pairs well with warm cream, pale beige, and muted terracotta, because these lighter, warmer tones brighten its dark olive base while preserving the earthy mood that makes it useful for grounded, utilitarian palettes.
Does #2e3609 look warm or cool?
#2e3609 reads as warm rather than cool because its muted green base leans strongly toward yellow, while its low brightness adds an earthy, subdued quality. That balance suits grounded layouts more than fresh, airy palettes.
Is #2e3609 readable on white or black?
#2e3609 has a 12.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.64:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.