#97995C Hex Color
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#97995c is a muted olive yellow with warm, earthy undertones. Its low saturation keeps it mellow, which suits outdoor brands, military themes, and organic packaging. Use it as a dominant base or supporting tone rather than a bright accent. Black text reads clearly on top at about 7.0:1 contrast. Pair it with charcoal or deep brown to keep it grounded.
Questions about #97995c
What is #97995c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #97995c is rgb(151, 153, 92), in HSL hsl(62, 25%, 48%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 40%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #97995c?
Deep brown, charcoal, and cream all ground #97995c without dulling it. For a bolder contrast, add a muted terracotta or plum accent so the olive does not read flat.
Can #97995c be used behind small body text?
Yes. Black text on #97995c reaches about 7.0:1 contrast, which passes WCAG AA for small body text. White text falls short of that threshold, so reserve white for large type.
Is #97995c readable on white or black?
#97995c has a 2.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.02:1 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.