#A0A661 Hex Color
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The hex code #a0a661 describes a muted, warm yellow with olive-green undertones and gentle, low saturation. Its mellow lightness brings softness and youthful optimism to spring themes, baby products, sale graphics, and budget branding. Use it as a supporting background with charcoal or dark brown. Black text reaches about 8.1:1 contrast for readable body copy.
Questions about #a0a661
What is #a0a661 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a0a661 is rgb(160, 166, 97), in HSL hsl(65, 28%, 52%) and in CMYK 4%, 0%, 42%, 35%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
How does #a0a661 pair with other colors?
#a0a661 pairs well with charcoal and dark brown for readable contrast, while cream, muted sage, or warm beige create softer combinations that preserve its subdued olive character without overwhelming its gentle warmth.
Is #a0a661 readable on white or black?
#a0a661 has a 2.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.12:1 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.