#C89C38 Hex Color
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#c89c38 is a muted, warm yellow with deep mustard undertones. It feels grounded and approachable rather than frantic. This hex code works best as an accent color, as it can dominate large spaces too easily. Pair it with charcoal gray to maintain high contrast, which remains WCAG compliant for text readability. It functions well for spring-themed branding or retail sales graphics.
Questions about #c89c38
What is #c89c38 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c89c38 is rgb(200, 156, 56), in HSL hsl(42, 57%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 22%, 72%, 22%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
Does #c89c38 work well in web interfaces or branding?
This shade is an excellent accent choice for spring-themed branding or seasonal sales graphics, though it should be used sparingly as a primary background. Its warm, approachable nature draws the eye without overwhelming the screen when paired with clean, crisp neutrals.
Is #c89c38 readable on white or black?
#c89c38 has a 2.53:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.26:1 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.