#C69529 Hex Color
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#c69529 is a warm, mellow yellow with restrained saturation and a slightly earthy ochre cast. Its moderate lightness brings enthusiasm and positive energy without the sharp glare of vivid yellow. Use it as a supporting accent for sale graphics, budget messaging, or construction branding. Black text reads clearly against this hex code.
Questions about #c69529
What is #c69529 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c69529 is rgb(198, 149, 41), in HSL hsl(41, 66%, 47%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 79%, 22%.
What colors pair well with #c69529?
#c69529 pairs well with charcoal, deep navy, and muted teal, which steady its warm ochre cast without making the palette feel dull. Use cream or sand as a lighter supporting neutral.
Is #c69529 readable on white or black?
#c69529 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.