#B0B69C Hex Color

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#b0b69c is a dusty, ashy yellow with muted green-gray undertones and very low saturation. Its soft, practical character suggests opportunity and positivity without demanding attention. Use it as a supporting tone in sale, budget, or construction branding, paired with charcoal for clear contrast. Black text reads clearly on this color. The hex code is #b0b69c.

Questions about #b0b69c

What is #b0b69c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b0b69c is rgb(176, 182, 156), in HSL hsl(74, 15%, 66%) and in CMYK 3%, 0%, 14%, 29%.
What colors pair well with #b0b69c?
#b0b69c pairs especially well with charcoal for strong contrast, while sage supports its muted green-gray undertones and terracotta adds warmth without overwhelming it.
Does #b0b69c read as warm or cool?
#b0b69c reads as a muted, slightly warm yellow because its yellow base outweighs its green-gray undertones, though the low saturation gives it an ashy, balanced appearance rather than a sunny or strongly warm feel.
Is #b0b69c readable on white or black?
#b0b69c has a 2.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.01:1 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.