#B0914C Hex Color
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More khaki than gold, #b0914c is a muted olive yellow with a warm, dusty feel. Its low saturation keeps it calm, so it works best as a supporting tone behind cream or paired with deep navy for contrast. Black text passes AA on it with room to spare, about 7:1, making it a safe background for small body copy. Expect an earthy, mellow mood that suits outdoor and organic brands.
Questions about #b0914c
What is #b0914c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b0914c is rgb(176, 145, 76), in HSL hsl(41, 40%, 49%) and in CMYK 0%, 18%, 57%, 31%.
What colors pair well with #b0914c?
Deep navy and dark charcoal bring out its warm gold undertone, while cream softens it for rustic layouts. Terracotta works too, keeping everything in a warm, earthy family.
Is #b0914c readable on white or black?
#b0914c has a 2.99:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.00:1 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.