#947C4C Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated yellow-olive carries an earthy, muted quality. Because it holds a 5.2:1 contrast ratio against black text, it works well as a background for readable body copy. The hex code #947c4c excels in outdoor branding and organic product design. Use it as a supporting tone, paired with charcoal or deep navy, to keep the palette grounded and avoid a muddy look.
Questions about #947c4c
What is #947c4c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #947c4c is rgb(148, 124, 76), in HSL hsl(40, 32%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 16%, 49%, 42%.
What colors work best with #947c4c?
Is #947c4c suitable for website text?
Yes, #947c4c holds a 5.2:1 contrast ratio against black text, which meets standard web accessibility guidelines for readability. It works well as a background for body copy when you want an earthy, organic aesthetic instead of stark white.
Is #947c4c readable on white or black?
#947c4c has a 4.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.24:1 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.