#474942 Hex Color
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This dark, dusty olive tone carries a heavy, serious mood with its desaturated yellow and lime undertones. Because it reads as a muted neutral, #474942 works best as a grounding base for outdoor branding or moody UI layouts. It pairs well with crisp white text, as the high contrast ensures legibility. Use this hex code sparingly to avoid a muddy effect in large, empty areas.
Questions about #474942
What is #474942 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #474942 is rgb(71, 73, 66), in HSL hsl(77, 5%, 27%) and in CMYK 3%, 0%, 10%, 71%.
What colors pair best with #474942?
This dark olive creates a sophisticated, balanced palette when paired with cream or off-white tones for high-contrast legibility. For a more natural, grounded scheme, combine it with deep terracotta or soft, earthy beige to accentuate its dusty quality.
Is #474942 considered a warm or cool color?
#474942 leans toward the warm side of the neutral spectrum due to its underlying yellow and lime pigments. While it reads as a heavy, desaturated tone, those subtle organic undertones prevent it from feeling entirely cold or clinical.
Is #474942 readable on white or black?
#474942 has a 9.13:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.29:1 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.