#C4AE89 Hex Color
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#c4ae89 is a dusty, unsaturated yellow with strong tan undertones. This muted shade feels soft and approachable, working best as a neutral background in spring-themed designs or baby product branding. Because it offers high contrast with black text, it maintains excellent readability for body copy. Pair this mellow tone with dark forest greens or deep charcoal for a grounded, modern aesthetic.
Questions about #c4ae89
What is #c4ae89 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c4ae89 is rgb(196, 174, 137), in HSL hsl(38, 33%, 65%) and in CMYK 0%, 11%, 30%, 23%.
What colors pair best with #c4ae89?
#c4ae89 works exceptionally well with deep, grounded tones that balance its inherent lightness. For a professional, high-contrast look, pair it with dark charcoal text or layer it against rich, deep forest green accents for a natural, sophisticated palette.
Is #c4ae89 a warm or cool color?
#c4ae89 is decidedly a warm neutral, driven by its distinct yellow and tan base notes. Unlike cooler grays or beige, this shade carries a gentle, sun-baked quality that makes it an excellent choice for designs requiring a soft, human-centric touch.
Is #c4ae89 readable on white or black?
#c4ae89 has a 2.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.76:1 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.