The Methodical Bog atop Lasting

#9b9b40 RGB(155,155,64)

About this color

The Methodical Bog atop Lasting settles into a medium-dark yellow territory with a moderate quality that feels warm — captured at #9b9b40, RGB(155, 155, 64).

#9b9b40RGB(155, 155, 64)

HSL 60° · 42% 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 Methodical Bog atop Lasting
HEX
#9b9b40
RGB
rgb(155,155,64)
RGB%
rgb(60.8%,60.8%,25.1%)
HSL
hsl(60,42%,43%)
HSV
hsv(60,59%,61%)
CMYK
cmyk(0,0,59,39)
LAB
lab(62,-12,47)
LCH
lch(62,49,104)
sRGB
(0.608,0.608,0.251)
HEX8
#9b9b40ff
CSS Name
Decimal
155155064

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Color info

Lightness
43%
Saturation
42%
Hue
60°
Chroma
49
Temperature
WarmCool
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