#9A7C42 Hex Color
Mellow golden earth with grounded warmth
#9a7c42 is a muted, warm yellow-olive with earthy brown undertones and moderate depth. Its low saturation gives it a mellow, traditional feel, while the golden cast suggests optimism and opportunity. The hex code #9a7c42 suits outdoor, organic, construction, and budget-focused branding. Use it as a supporting tone or accent; black text reaches about 5.3:1 contrast.
Questions about #9a7c42
What is #9a7c42 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9a7c42 is rgb(154, 124, 66), in HSL hsl(40, 40%, 43%) and in CMYK 0%, 19%, 57%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #9a7c42?
Does #9a7c42 feel warm or cool?
#9a7c42 reads warm because its yellow base is tempered by brown and olive undertones. Its muted saturation keeps that warmth restrained, giving interfaces and branding a grounded mood instead of a bright, high-energy yellow.
Is #9a7c42 readable on white or black?
#9a7c42 has a 3.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.33:1 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.