#998A62 Hex Color
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This dusty olive is muted and warm, functioning as a grounding neutral for organic branding or outdoor themes. Because it is highly unsaturated, it reads as a sophisticated alternative to standard tan or khaki. Pair #998a62 with deep charcoal or black text for optimal readability, as this combination meets accessibility standards easily. Use this hex code as a subtle background to avoid the muddiness that occurs in large, flat blocks.
Questions about #998a62
What is #998a62 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #998a62 is rgb(153, 138, 98), in HSL hsl(44, 22%, 49%) and in CMYK 0%, 10%, 36%, 40%.
How do I use #998a62 effectively in design?
#998a62 functions best as a grounding neutral for organic branding or outdoor-themed aesthetics. Because it is highly unsaturated, it works beautifully as a soft background or a sophisticated, muted alternative to standard khaki while avoiding the muddiness of darker, saturated olives.
Is #998a62 readable on white or black?
#998a62 has a 3.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.16:1 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.