#A39547 Hex Color
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This muted olive gold carries a distinct warmth and earthy character. Because it lacks high saturation, #a39547 feels humble rather than flashy. It works best as an accent color in organic branding or outdoor themes. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate gray to anchor its mellow tone. Black text maintains readable contrast against this shade, making it a functional choice for text-heavy layouts.
Questions about #a39547
What is #a39547 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a39547 is rgb(163, 149, 71), in HSL hsl(51, 39%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 9%, 56%, 36%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #a39547?
Pair #a39547 with deep charcoal or slate gray to anchor its mellow, desaturated nature. For a more vibrant contrast, touches of creamy off-white or muted terracotta can balance the olive undertones without overwhelming the palette.
Is #a39547 suitable for text-heavy layouts?
Yes, #a39547 functions well as a primary text color because it maintains sufficient contrast against light backgrounds while appearing softer than harsh black. Its lack of saturation prevents eye strain during long-form reading on screens.
Is #a39547 readable on white or black?
#a39547 has a 3.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.94:1 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.