#999100 Hex Color
An earthy, muted mustard with vintage character
This muted mustard tone feels earthy and approachable. Because #999100 has lower saturation, it functions better as a supporting background or UI accent than as a dominant primary color. Pair this with other shades of orange to create a warm, retro palette. With a high contrast ratio of 6.4:1 against black, the hex code ensures excellent readability for small body text.
Questions about #999100
What is #999100 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #999100 is rgb(153, 145, 0), in HSL hsl(57, 100%, 30%) and in CMYK 0%, 5%, 100%, 40%.
How can I effectively use #999100 in a UI design?
#999100 functions effectively as a subtle background or a soft UI accent rather than a dominant primary color. Its low saturation ensures it does not overwhelm your layout, keeping the interface feeling grounded and professional for the user experience.
What color palettes work well with #999100?
This tone creates a cohesive look when paired with charcoal for text contrast or burnt orange to emphasize its warm, vintage aesthetic. These combinations leverage the muted quality of the hue to build a balanced, retro-inspired visual identity.
Is #999100 readable on white or black?
#999100 has a 3.27:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.40:1 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.