#998758 Hex Color
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The hex code #998758 describes a warm, dusty yellow-olive with low saturation and a matte, ashy finish. Its mellow earthiness suits outdoor branding, organic packaging, construction materials, and understated fashion palettes. Use it as a supporting tone or broad background, paired with dark brown or navy. Black text remains readable at about 6.0:1 contrast.
Questions about #998758
What is #998758 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #998758 is rgb(153, 135, 88), in HSL hsl(43, 27%, 47%) and in CMYK 0%, 12%, 42%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #998758?
#998758 pairs well with dark brown, navy, charcoal, and warm neutrals because its dusty yellow-olive base benefits from deeper, restrained contrasts that preserve an earthy mood without making the palette feel overly bright or saturated. Use it as a background or supporting tone.
Does #998758 read as a warm or cool color?
#998758 reads as a warm, muted yellow-olive because its yellow and earthy olive undertones outweigh its low saturation, creating a grounded, weathered mood rather than the crisp freshness of a brighter green.
Is #998758 readable on white or black?
#998758 has a 3.52:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.96:1 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.