#91855E Hex Color
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This muted, dusty olive offers a mellow, earthy aesthetic for outdoor or construction-themed designs. With a 5.7:1 contrast ratio against black, it meets WCAG AA standards, ensuring readability for small UI text. The hex code for this ashy, desaturated yellow is #91855e. Use it as a supporting tone rather than a dominant background to prevent a muddy, washed-out feel.
Questions about #91855e
What is #91855e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #91855e is rgb(145, 133, 94), in HSL hsl(46, 21%, 47%) and in CMYK 0%, 8%, 35%, 43%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
How should I use #91855e in a design layout?
Use #91855e sparingly as a supporting tone to avoid a muddy aesthetic. It pairs beautifully with crisp white backgrounds or deep charcoal text, providing an earthy, professional look that feels grounded rather than overwhelming for the viewer.
Is #91855e readable on white or black?
#91855e has a 3.67:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.72:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.