#C49F40 Hex Color
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This muted ochre balances warm saturation with a mellow, earthy character. It feels more grounded than bright, citrus yellows, making it effective for approachable branding or spring-themed designs. Because it maintains strong contrast against black text, it works well for UI elements that require readability. The hex code for this color is #c49f40. Pair it with deep charcoal or navy to prevent it from washing out in your layout.
Questions about #c49f40
What is #c49f40 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c49f40 is rgb(196, 159, 64), in HSL hsl(43, 53%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 19%, 67%, 23%.
What colors pair best with #c49f40?
Is #c49f40 readable on white or black?
#c49f40 has a 2.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.38:1 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.