#4F5627 Hex Color
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Dark and heavily muted, #4f5627 is a warm yellow-green with dusty, earthy undertones. Its low saturation creates a serious, rugged mood suited to military, construction, outdoor, and organic branding. Use it as a supporting tone with sand or faded orange, since it can feel muddy across large areas. White text remains highly readable, and the hex code is #4f5627.
Questions about #4f5627
What is #4f5627 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4f5627 is rgb(79, 86, 39), in HSL hsl(69, 38%, 25%) and in CMYK 8%, 0%, 55%, 66%.
What colors pair well with #4f5627?
#4f5627 pairs well with sand, cream, charcoal, and faded orange; lighter neutrals clarify its earthy base, while terracotta accents add warmth without overwhelming the muted green in brand palettes and interfaces. Use #4f5627 as a supporting tone rather than a full-page background.
Does #4f5627 read as warm or cool?
#4f5627 reads as a warm yellow-green because its olive base leans toward yellow, while low saturation and dusty brown undertones keep that warmth restrained across palettes and visual systems. It feels earthy and rugged rather than bright or fresh.
Is #4f5627 readable on white or black?
#4f5627 has a 7.79:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.69:1 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.