#B09A6E Hex Color
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#b09a6e is a dusty, unsaturated yellow with strong earthy undertones. This muted tone lacks the intensity of pure yellow, making it a versatile choice for organic branding or textured backgrounds. Because it offers strong contrast against black text, it works well for readable body copy. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate gray to anchor its warm, mellow character in your design.
Questions about #b09a6e
What is #b09a6e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b09a6e is rgb(176, 154, 110), in HSL hsl(40, 29%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 13%, 37%, 31%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with the earthy #b09a6e?
Is #b09a6e suitable for website body text?
#b09a6e provides excellent contrast against black or near-black backgrounds, making it a reliable choice for readable body copy. However, ensure you use a darker variation for fine print to maintain accessibility standards on light-colored backgrounds.
Is #b09a6e readable on white or black?
#b09a6e has a 2.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.69:1 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.