#B8B09A Hex Color
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#b8b09a is a muted, dusty yellow with distinct grey undertones. Its low saturation keeps it understated rather than energetic, making it an excellent base neutral for branding that avoids bright, aggressive tones. Pair this shade with deep charcoals to maximize contrast, as black text is highly legible against it. Because of its earthy, desaturated character, use the hex code #b8b09a for supporting background elements rather than primary calls to action.
Questions about #b8b09a
What is #b8b09a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b8b09a is rgb(184, 176, 154), in HSL hsl(44, 17%, 66%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 16%, 28%.
What colors pair best with #b8b09a?
Is #b8b09a considered a warm or cool color?
While #b8b09a is technically a yellow-based hue, its significant grey undertones give it a neutral, temperature-balanced character. It lacks the aggressive warmth of pure yellow, making it a sophisticated choice for minimal or industrial branding.
Is #b8b09a readable on white or black?
#b8b09a has a 2.16:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.71:1 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.