#999366 Hex Color
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#999366 is a dusty yellow-olive with warm gray undertones and very low saturation. Its mellow, earthy character suits outdoor, organic, military, and budget-focused branding. Use it as a supporting tone beside charcoal, cream, or rust, since it can look muddy as a dominant background. The hex code #999366 supports black body text with about 6.7:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA standards.
Questions about #999366
What is #999366 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #999366 is rgb(153, 147, 102), in HSL hsl(53, 20%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 33%, 40%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #999366?
#999366 pairs well with charcoal, cream, rust, and muted natural tones, creating contrast without overpowering its dusty yellow-olive character. Use charcoal for stronger contrast, cream for a softer feel, and terracotta accents for warmth.
Does #999366 feel warm or cool?
#999366 reads as a warm, muted shade because its yellow-olive base is softened by gray undertones. It feels earthy and restrained rather than bright, making it useful for organic, outdoor, utilitarian, or understated visual styles.
Is #999366 readable on white or black?
#999366 has a 3.12:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.71:1 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.