#996900 Hex Color
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#996900 is a muted, warm orange with golden-brown undertones. Its low saturation creates a mellow, grounded mood that suits optimistic, adventurous branding. Use the hex code #996900 as an accent for food, sports, construction safety, or autumn designs, paired with cream or navy. White text provides about 4.8:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #996900
What is #996900 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #996900 is rgb(153, 105, 0), in HSL hsl(41, 100%, 30%) and in CMYK 0%, 31%, 100%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #996900?
#996900 pairs well with cream for a softer, warmer palette, while navy adds strong contrast and a more confident feel. These combinations balance its muted golden-brown undertones without competing with its earthy character.
What mood does #996900 create in a design?
#996900 creates a mellow, grounded mood by combining warm orange energy with subdued golden-brown depth. It can feel optimistic and practical, making it suitable for autumn themes, food graphics, sports accents, and rugged or adventurous branding.
Is #996900 readable on white or black?
#996900 has a 4.79:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.37:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.