#897021 Hex Color
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#897021 is a dark olive yellow with a muted, earthy character. Its low saturation keeps it calm and grounded, which suits organic products, outdoor brands, and nature-themed work. The hex code #897021 holds up well behind white text, so it also works for badges and small labels. Use it as a supporting tone alongside cream, charcoal, or deep brown rather than a dominant background.
Questions about #897021
What is #897021 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #897021 is rgb(137, 112, 33), in HSL hsl(46, 61%, 33%) and in CMYK 0%, 18%, 76%, 46%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #897021?
Cream, charcoal, and deep brown flatter its muted undertone. For a bolder mix, try terracotta or a dusty teal, which contrast with its yellow-green base.
Is #897021 readable on white or black?
#897021 has a 4.76:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.40:1 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.