#C49B3A Hex Color
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This muted, golden yellow carries a distinct warmth and earthy undertone. It leans towards an ochre palette, offering a grounded alternative to brighter, synthetic yellows. Because the hex code #c49b3a provides strong contrast against black text, it functions well for readable UI elements or subtle call-to-action buttons. Pair it with deep charcoals to avoid a washed-out appearance on screen.
Questions about #c49b3a
What is #c49b3a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c49b3a is rgb(196, 155, 58), in HSL hsl(42, 54%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 21%, 70%, 23%.
What colors pair best with the muted yellow of #c49b3a?
Deep charcoals and dark greys provide the best contrast for #c49b3a, preventing the yellow from looking washed out on digital screens. You can also pair it with warm terracotta or navy blue to create a grounded, organic color scheme.
Is #c49b3a readable on white or black?
#c49b3a has a 2.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.09:1 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.