#968869 Hex Color
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Muted and matte, #968869 is a dusty yellow-olive with ashy brown undertones and very low saturation. Its restrained warmth suggests earthiness, tradition, and practical calm. The hex code #968869 works well as a supporting tone for outdoor, organic, construction, or budget-focused designs, though it can look muddy across large areas beside bright white.
Questions about #968869
What is #968869 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #968869 is rgb(150, 136, 105), in HSL hsl(41, 18%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 9%, 30%, 41%.
What colors pair well with #968869?
#968869 pairs well with charcoal, cream, and muted terracotta, creating enough contrast while keeping its dusty yellow-olive base grounded and restrained; use terracotta sparingly for small accents.
Does #968869 read as warm or cool?
#968869 reads as warm-neutral because its yellow base is softened by gray and brown undertones rather than vivid saturation. It feels earthy and aged, though nearby green or blue can make the shade appear more olive and slightly cooler.
Is #968869 readable on white or black?
#968869 has a 3.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.02:1 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.