#494633 Hex Color
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Reach for the hex code #494633 when a layout needs a dark, muted olive that reads earthy instead of green. Its gray cast gives it a serious, understated mood, which suits outdoor brands, organic packaging, and moody backgrounds. It works best as a base or supporting tone rather than fine detail, where it can turn muddy. White text passes AA easily on top at about 9.5:1 contrast.
Questions about #494633
What is #494633 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #494633 is rgb(73, 70, 51), in HSL hsl(52, 18%, 24%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 30%, 71%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #494633?
Pair #494633 with warm creams, terracotta, and soft golds for an earthy palette, or with dusty blue for cooler contrast. Its low saturation lets brighter accents lead without clashing.
Does #494633 read warm or cool?
The yellow undertone keeps #494633 on the warm side, though its gray cast mutes that warmth. Next to cooler grays it can look almost neutral, so judge it in context.
Is white or black text easier to read on #494633?
White text reads most clearly on #494633, at about 9.5:1 contrast, which passes WCAG AA for small body text. Black text falls short of the 4.5:1 minimum and should be avoided on this dark olive.
Is #494633 readable on white or black?
#494633 has a 9.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.20:1 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.