#C2AD74 Hex Color
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Muted and warm, #c2ad74 is a dusty yellow with a soft gray-brown undertone that keeps it from feeling bright. The hex code reads mellow and low-key, which suits spring layouts, baby products, and budget-friendly sale graphics. It flatters deep navy and earthy olive neighbors, and works best as a background base rather than a bold accent. Black text passes WCAG AA on it, with about 9.5:1 contrast.
Questions about #c2ad74
What is #c2ad74 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c2ad74 is rgb(194, 173, 116), in HSL hsl(44, 39%, 61%) and in CMYK 0%, 11%, 40%, 24%.
What colors pair well with #c2ad74?
Deep navy and dark teal give this dusty yellow a strong, grounded contrast, while olive and warm taupe keep the palette earthy. For softer work, try cream and pale sage nearby.
Is #c2ad74 a warm or cool color?
It is a warm color, thanks to its yellow base and golden undertone. The gray mixed into it softens that warmth, so it reads mellow rather than bright or sunny.
Is black or white text better on #c2ad74?
Black text is the clear choice, with about 9.5:1 contrast, well above the WCAG AA minimum of 4.5:1. White text on this shade sits near 2.2:1 and fails for body copy.
Is #c2ad74 readable on white or black?
#c2ad74 has a 2.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.52:1 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.