#C6AA76 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated yellow feels mellow and gentle due to its muted, ashy undertones. It serves well as a soft, warm background that lacks the harsh intensity of primary yellow. The hex code for this shade is #c6aa76. Because it provides excellent contrast for black text, it functions effectively for UI layouts or print designs that prioritize readability alongside a approachable, organic aesthetic.
Questions about #c6aa76
What is #c6aa76 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c6aa76 is rgb(198, 170, 118), in HSL hsl(39, 41%, 62%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 40%, 22%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #c6aa76 for a balanced palette?
Is #c6aa76 readable on white or black?
#c6aa76 has a 2.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.41:1 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.