#91490B Hex Color
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#91490b is a sturdy, unsaturated brown with distinct muddy undertones. Its dark, mellow character makes it a reliable anchor for moody branding or rustic UI components. While it lacks high saturation, it excels as a dominant base when paired with off-white text to maintain legibility. Avoid using it as a primary accent on light screens where it can appear heavy or lost.
Questions about #91490b
What is #91490b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #91490b is rgb(145, 73, 11), in HSL hsl(28, 86%, 31%) and in CMYK 0%, 50%, 92%, 43%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #91490b?
#91490b works best when paired with high-contrast, off-white, or cream tones to maintain readability in UI design. For accents, consider pairing it with a muted sage or a soft terracotta to highlight the earthiness of the brown without clashing.
Is #91490b suitable for text backgrounds?
Using #91490b as a background requires caution, as its dark and muddy nature can significantly reduce legibility for standard body text. It is much more effective as a structural anchor or a bold footer element rather than a primary canvas for long-form content.
Is #91490b readable on white or black?
#91490b has a 6.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.16:1 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.