#BFAF90 Hex Color

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This dusty, unsaturated yellow feels soft and approachable without being overwhelming. Because of its muted, ashy quality, the hex code #bfaf90 works best as a neutral background rather than a focal point. Pair it with deep charcoals or dark teals to prevent the color from looking muddy. It provides excellent contrast for black text, making it a functional choice for web interfaces.

Questions about #bfaf90

What is #bfaf90 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bfaf90 is rgb(191, 175, 144), in HSL hsl(40, 27%, 66%) and in CMYK 0%, 8%, 25%, 25%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #bfaf90?
#bfaf90 functions best when anchored by high-contrast tones to prevent a muddy appearance on screen. Try pairing it with a deep charcoal or a dark teal to create a sophisticated, modern balance for your interface or design layout.
Is #bfaf90 readable on white or black?
#bfaf90 has a 2.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.74:1 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.