#4C4F21 Hex Color
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This dark, earthy tone sits firmly between yellow and olive with a heavy, dusty quality. Because it is highly unsaturated, #4c4f21 works well as a grounding base for organic brand identities or moody UI backgrounds. Pair this hex code with crisp white text for excellent readability, or use it as a muted counterpoint to brighter, warm accent colors in larger design layouts.
Questions about #4c4f21
What is #4c4f21 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4c4f21 is rgb(76, 79, 33), in HSL hsl(64, 41%, 22%) and in CMYK 4%, 0%, 58%, 69%.
What colors pair well with #4c4f21?
#4c4f21 works best when paired with high-contrast, clean neutrals or soft, warm accents. Use a crisp white or light cream for text to ensure readability, or introduce a rich terracotta to emphasize the organic, earthy quality of this muted olive shade.
Does #4c4f21 read as warm or cool?
#4c4f21 sits on the warm side of the spectrum due to its strong yellow-green base. Because it is highly unsaturated and dusty, it lacks the aggressive vibrancy of pure yellow, functioning instead as a sophisticated, mature, and grounding neutral tone.
Is #4c4f21 readable on white or black?
#4c4f21 has a 8.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.44:1 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.