#4C4931 Hex Color
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#4c4931 is a dark, heavily muted yellow with olive and gray undertones. Its matte, earthy character suggests seriousness, tradition, and outdoor settings without demanding attention. Use it as a supporting tone for organic branding, military-inspired layouts, or moody backgrounds. White text reads clearly over this hex code, even at small body sizes.
Questions about #4c4931
What is #4c4931 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4c4931 is rgb(76, 73, 49), in HSL hsl(53, 22%, 25%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 36%, 70%.
What colors pair well with #4c4931?
Pair #4c4931 with warm off-whites, muted terracotta, or burgundy for grounded contrast, while charcoal and deep brown create a quieter palette. Soft sage can also reinforce its natural character without making the scheme feel bright.
Does #4c4931 work with white text?
White text has strong contrast against #4c4931, making it practical for readable labels, buttons, and body copy on this dark olive background, though final checks should account for font size, weight, and surrounding colors.
Does #4c4931 feel warm or cool?
#4c4931 reads as a warm, earthy neutral because its yellow base is softened by olive and gray undertones, although its low saturation keeps the warmth restrained rather than bright. This gives it a grounded, serious mood.
Is #4c4931 readable on white or black?
#4c4931 has a 9.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.30:1 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.