#94722B Hex Color
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#94722b is a muted, earthy olive-yellow with a warm, mellow character. It works best as a textural accent rather than a full background, where it can sometimes appear muddy. This shade pairs nicely with dark charcoal or off-white. For accessibility, this hex code meets WCAG AA standards when paired with black text. Use it for branding in outdoor or industrial design projects.
Questions about #94722b
What is #94722b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #94722b is rgb(148, 114, 43), in HSL hsl(41, 55%, 37%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 71%, 42%.
What colors pair best with #94722b?
This earthy tone works effectively when contrasted against cool neutrals or deep, rich shades. Pairing #94722b with charcoal or dark navy creates a grounded, professional look, while soft off-white or cream tones help brighten its muddy undertones.
Does #94722b work for text or backgrounds?
Due to its mid-tone value, #94722b functions best as an accent color for borders, icons, or headers rather than a primary background. It meets readability standards when paired with black or high-contrast dark text, but avoid using it for long-form body content.
Is #94722b readable on white or black?
#94722b has a 4.46:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.70:1 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.