The Ample Arch behind the Cradling

#959245 RGB(149,146,69)

About this color

The Ample Arch behind the Cradling is a medium-dark yellow with a moderate character, positioned at #959245 on the color spectrum.

#959245RGB(149, 146, 69)

HSL 58° · 37% saturation · 43% lightness

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Psychology

Mid yellow is simultaneously cheerful and attention-grabbing — used where things need to be noticed.

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History

Indian Yellow, a pigment used in Mughal miniature painting, was produced from the urine of mango-fed cows — an extraordinary material history hidden behind a simple hue.

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Design use

In design terms, a mid-toned yellow like this handles accent colours, call-to-action buttons, and icon fills — it holds its own without overwhelming adjacent elements. Always check WCAG contrast ratios before using it under or over text.

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Colour pairings

Looking at colour relationships, yellow's complementary is violet — a pairing that feels both surprising and resolved. For a softer approach, yellows work well with warm greys, natural linens, and ochres.

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Color formats

Name
The Ample Arch behind the Cradling
HEX
#959245
RGB
rgb(149,146,69)
RGB%
rgb(58.4%,57.3%,27.1%)
HSL
hsl(58,37%,43%)
HSV
hsv(58,54%,58%)
CMYK
cmyk(0,2,54,42)
LAB
lab(59,-10,41)
LCH
lch(59,42,104)
sRGB
(0.584,0.573,0.271)
HEX8
#959245ff
CSS Name
Decimal
149146069

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Color info

Lightness
43%
Saturation
37%
Hue
58°
Chroma
42
Temperature
WarmCool
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