#95A269 Hex Color

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This dusty, unsaturated yellow carries a mellow warmth that avoids being overly bright or demanding. It functions well as a supporting background tone for industrial or construction-themed designs. Because it is dark enough to maintain a 7.7:1 contrast ratio, standard black text remains perfectly legible on this shade. Designers use the hex code #95a269 to add a grounded, earthy feel to modern interfaces.

Questions about #95a269

What is #95a269 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #95a269 is rgb(149, 162, 105), in HSL hsl(74, 23%, 52%) and in CMYK 8%, 0%, 35%, 36%.
What colors pair well with #95a269 for a balanced palette?
#95a269 works beautifully when grounded by deep neutrals like charcoal or espresso to highlight its dusty warmth. For a more vibrant contrast, pairing it with muted terracotta or soft creams creates a sophisticated, nature-inspired look perfect for architectural or branding projects.
Is #95a269 readable on white or black?
#95a269 has a 2.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.65:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.