#C4A35A Hex Color
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#c4a35a is a warm, desaturated yellow with mellow, earthy undertones. Because it lacks the intensity of brighter yellows, it functions as an approachable background for seasonal branding or baby products. Pair this shade with deep charcoal text to utilize its high readability, as the 8.7:1 contrast ratio exceeds standard accessibility needs. The hex code for this soft color is #c4a35a.
Questions about #c4a35a
What is #c4a35a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c4a35a is rgb(196, 163, 90), in HSL hsl(41, 47%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 17%, 54%, 23%.
What colors pair well with #c4a35a?
What mood does #c4a35a convey in design?
The desaturated nature of #c4a35a evokes a sense of organic calm and reliability, shifting away from the intensity of standard bright yellows. It functions as a sophisticated, mature neutral that works effectively in wellness branding, baby-focused products, and seasonal design layouts.
Is #c4a35a readable on white or black?
#c4a35a has a 2.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.73:1 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.