#706B1B Hex Color
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The hex code #706b1b is a muted, warm yellow with earthy olive-green undertones. Its low saturation creates a grounded, traditional feel, while its dark value suggests resilience and practicality. Use it as a supporting tone for outdoor, organic, military, or budget-focused branding, pairing it with cream or navy. White text has about 5.5:1 contrast here, meeting WCAG AA for body copy.
Questions about #706b1b
What is #706b1b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #706b1b is rgb(112, 107, 27), in HSL hsl(56, 61%, 27%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 76%, 56%.
What colors pair well with #706b1b?
Cream and navy pair well with #706b1b, balancing its muted yellow and olive undertones with light warmth and cool depth; charcoal can provide a softer text or framing option than pure black.
What mood does #706b1b create in a design?
The #706b1b hex color creates a grounded, practical mood, combining muted yellow warmth with olive-green earthiness; it works well for outdoor, organic, traditional, and value-focused designs that need character without a bright or playful feel.
Is #706b1b readable on white or black?
#706b1b has a 5.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.80:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.