#B39C33 Hex Color
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This muted, mustard-leaning yellow carries a warm, organic character. Because it is somewhat unsaturated, #b39c33 avoids the intensity of primary yellows, making it an excellent choice for accent buttons or icons that need to feel approachable rather than aggressive. It pairs well with charcoal grays or deep navies to provide balance. The hex code for this tone is #b39c33, and it offers enough contrast to support readable black text.
Questions about #b39c33
What is #b39c33 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b39c33 is rgb(179, 156, 51), in HSL hsl(49, 56%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 13%, 72%, 30%.
What colors pair best with the #b39c33 mustard tone?
Because #b39c33 is a muted yellow, it pairs naturally with charcoal or deep navy blues to create a grounded, professional contrast. Avoid pairing it with overly bright neons, as they will wash out its organic, warm character.
Is #b39c33 readable on white or black?
#b39c33 has a 2.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.71:1 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.