#C1B080 Hex Color
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This dusty yellow carries a mellow, muted quality that feels grounded rather than bright. Because of its low saturation, #c1b080 works best as a supporting background tone for soft, spring-themed palettes. It pairs beautifully with deep charcoal or matte black text, which provides the necessary contrast for readability. Use it sparingly, as its ashy undertones can quickly appear muddy when paired with other washed-out colors.
Questions about #c1b080
What is #c1b080 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c1b080 is rgb(193, 176, 128), in HSL hsl(44, 34%, 63%) and in CMYK 0%, 9%, 34%, 24%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
Can I use #c1b080 for website text?
While #c1b080 is generally too low-contrast for small body text, it shines as a sophisticated, earthy background. To maintain accessibility, pair it with deep charcoal or matte black text to ensure the characters remain sharp and legible against the light backdrop.
Which color palettes pair well with #c1b080?
Is #c1b080 readable on white or black?
#c1b080 has a 2.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.78:1 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.