#9F9E77 Hex Color
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An ashy, dusty yellow with muted olive undertones, #9f9e77 reads grounded rather than energetic. This unsaturated hue works best as a supporting texture or a background accent rather than a dominant color. Pair it with deep charcoal or matte black for high-contrast readability. The hex code for this mellow, earthy shade is #9f9e77, which provides sufficient contrast for standard body text.
Questions about #9f9e77
What is #9f9e77 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9f9e77 is rgb(159, 158, 119), in HSL hsl(58, 17%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 1%, 25%, 38%.
What is the best way to use #9f9e77 in design?
#9f9e77 acts best as a supporting texture or subtle background element because of its muted saturation. It provides sufficient contrast against deep charcoal or matte black, making it a reliable choice for text-heavy layouts that need a grounded, natural feel.
Does #9f9e77 read as a warm or cool color?
#9f9e77 is a complex, earthy hybrid that leans warm due to its yellow base, but the olive undertones introduce a cooler, muted quality. This balance prevents it from feeling too energetic or bright, ensuring it remains versatile across various screen-based designs.
Is #9f9e77 readable on white or black?
#9f9e77 has a 2.75:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.63:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.