#C49624 Hex Color
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#c49624 is a mellow, warm yellow with low saturation and a slightly ochre, brown-leaning undertone. It suggests enthusiasm and practical optimism, fitting sale graphics, budget brands, and construction signage. Use it as a supporting tone with black text or charcoal accents. This hex code offers about 7.7:1 contrast with black, enough for WCAG AA body text.
Questions about #c49624
What is #c49624 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c49624 is rgb(196, 150, 36), in HSL hsl(43, 69%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 82%, 23%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #c49624?
#c49624 pairs well with charcoal, deep navy, muted teal, and warm cream because these darker or softer partners balance its mellow yellow without making the palette feel overly seasonal or promotional in branding, interfaces, or print.
Is #c49624 readable on white or black?
#c49624 has a 2.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.73:1 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.