#A6A364 Hex Color
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This muted yellow carries a distinct olive undertone that feels grounded rather than bright. Because #a6a364 is highly unsaturated, it works best as a supporting background rather than a primary accent. It pairs effectively with deep charcoals or slate blues to create a natural, organic contrast. Since black text provides a strong 8.0:1 ratio, this hex code is an accessible choice for readable body copy.
Questions about #a6a364
What is #a6a364 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a6a364 is rgb(166, 163, 100), in HSL hsl(57, 27%, 52%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 40%, 35%.
What colors pair well with #a6a364 for a natural design?
#a6a364 thrives alongside deep neutrals that ground its muted quality. Pair it with charcoal or dark slate for a strong, organic contrast that avoids looking too busy. You can also use soft cream tones to maintain the natural, earthy aesthetic.
Is #a6a364 readable on white or black?
#a6a364 has a 2.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.04:1 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.