#B0A691 Hex Color
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#b0a691 is a desaturated, dusty tan with distinct gray and yellow undertones. Because it feels muted and grounded, it serves as a stable background color that pairs well with charcoal or deep slate. The hex code #b0a691 offers excellent readability with black text, meeting WCAG standards for body copy. Avoid using it alongside stark white, as it can appear washed out in high-contrast layouts.
Questions about #b0a691
What is #b0a691 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b0a691 is rgb(176, 166, 145), in HSL hsl(41, 16%, 63%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 18%, 31%.
What colors pair best with #b0a691?
Is #b0a691 suitable for text on a white background?
Avoid using #b0a691 for text on a white background, as it lacks the necessary contrast to meet WCAG readability standards. It functions much better as a background color, allowing dark text to stand out against its subtle, muted surface.
Is #b0a691 readable on white or black?
#b0a691 has a 2.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.70:1 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.