#B1893B Hex Color
Dry olive yellow with earthy weight
#b1893b is an olive-leaning yellow with low saturation and a dry, earthy feel. It reads like old canvas or dried grass rather than bright gold. The hex code works best as a supporting tone beside cream or deep brown, since it can turn muddy across large areas. Organic products, outdoor brands, and heritage palettes suit it well.
Questions about #b1893b
What is #b1893b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b1893b is rgb(177, 137, 59), in HSL hsl(40, 50%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 67%, 31%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #b1893b?
Cream, deep brown, and forest green keep #b1893b grounded in natural palettes. For contrast, try charcoal text on top of it, which reads clearly at about 6.5:1.
Is #b1893b a warm or cool color?
#b1893b is warm. Its yellow base and muted saturation give it a dry, earthy warmth that feels aged and natural rather than bright or energetic.
Is #b1893b readable on white or black?
#b1893b has a 3.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.51:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.