#C6B38B Hex Color

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#c6b38b is a light, dusty yellow with warm beige undertones and very low saturation. Its mellow finish suggests softness and optimism, making it useful for spring layouts, baby products, budget branding, and construction themes. Use it as a supporting background with deep navy or charcoal; black text remains highly readable. The hex code is #c6b38b.

Questions about #c6b38b

What is #c6b38b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c6b38b is rgb(198, 179, 139), in HSL hsl(41, 34%, 66%) and in CMYK 0%, 10%, 30%, 22%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #c6b38b?
#c6b38b pairs well with navy, charcoal, and muted earth tones because its dusty yellow-beige base is warm but restrained. Use it for backgrounds, then introduce darker accents to create clear hierarchy without losing its soft, understated mood.
Is #c6b38b readable on white or black?
#c6b38b has a 2.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.22:1 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.