#B29B6F Hex Color
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The hex code #b29b6f is a dusty, ashy yellow with very low saturation and a warm, mellow finish. Its softened appearance suggests enthusiasm and opportunity without feeling loud, fitting sale graphics, budget branding, and construction themes. Use it as a supporting tone beside charcoal or deep brown, where black text also stays highly readable.
Questions about #b29b6f
What is #b29b6f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b29b6f is rgb(178, 155, 111), in HSL hsl(39, 30%, 57%) and in CMYK 0%, 13%, 38%, 30%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #b29b6f?
Does #b29b6f work with black text?
Yes, #b29b6f works well with black text because its light, muted yellow background provides strong contrast, while white text is less suitable for body copy, labels, and small interface text.
Is #b29b6f readable on white or black?
#b29b6f has a 2.68:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.81:1 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.