#9D7618 Hex Color
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Dark mustard with an olive heart. #9d7618 reads earthy and warm because of its muted, mid-dark build, which suits outdoor brands, workwear, and budget packaging. Treat it as a supporting tone or accent; stretched across large areas it can go muddy. Black text holds about 5.0:1 contrast on it, so body copy stays readable.
Questions about #9d7618
What is #9d7618 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9d7618 is rgb(157, 118, 24), in HSL hsl(42, 73%, 35%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 85%, 38%.
What colors pair well with #9d7618?
#9d7618 pairs well with deep navy, charcoal, and cream, where its muted warmth adds contrast without competing. Terracotta also works for a full earthy palette. Avoid bright yellows nearby, since they make it look dull by comparison.
Is #9d7618 readable on white or black?
#9d7618 has a 4.16:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.03:1 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.