#B49A6C Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated yellow feels mellow and grounded. Because it lacks vibrancy, #b49a6c works best as a supporting accent rather than a dominant background, where it can easily appear muddy. It pairs well with deep forest greens or rich charcoals to add warmth to modern palettes. The hex code for this subdued, earthy tone is #b49a6c, and it offers excellent readability with black text.
Questions about #b49a6c
What is #b49a6c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b49a6c is rgb(180, 154, 108), in HSL hsl(38, 32%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 40%, 29%.
What colors pair best with #b49a6c?
The most effective way to use #b49a6c is by balancing its warmth against deep, cool-toned neutrals. It works beautifully alongside charcoal or forest green, providing a sophisticated contrast that prevents the color from appearing flat or muddy.
How can I use #b49a6c in modern web design?
Because #b49a6c is an unsaturated tone, it functions effectively as a grounding secondary accent rather than a primary background color. It provides excellent readability when paired with black or deep espresso text, making it a reliable choice for buttons or borders.
Is #b49a6c readable on white or black?
#b49a6c has a 2.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.77:1 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.