#988847 Hex Color
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The hex code #988847 is a warm, muted yellow-olive with earthy brown undertones. Its low saturation gives designs a mellow, traditional feel suited to outdoor brands, organic products, construction, and budget-focused campaigns. Use it as a supporting tone with charcoal or dark navy; black text reads clearly, making it practical for accessible body copy.
Questions about #988847
What is #988847 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #988847 is rgb(152, 136, 71), in HSL hsl(48, 36%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 11%, 53%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #988847?
#988847 pairs especially well with charcoal and dark navy, which sharpen its muted warmth without making the palette feel harsh while preserving its grounded, practical character across packaging, branding, and outdoor layouts. Use it as a supporting tone beside lighter neutrals.
Is #988847 readable on white or black?
#988847 has a 3.53:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.94:1 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.