The Distant Atoll During Measuring

#9f8f50 RGB(159,143,80)

About this color

The Distant Atoll During Measuring settles into a medium-dark yellow territory with a moderate quality that feels warm — captured at #9f8f50, RGB(159, 143, 80).

#9f8f50RGB(159, 143, 80)

HSL 48° · 33% saturation · 47% 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

Gold — the ultimate yellow — has been associated with divine authority across cultures from ancient Egypt to Byzantium to the Inca empire.

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Design use

In design terms, a mid-toned yellow like this handles brand accents, data visualisation series, and illustrative elements. Its middle lightness gives it presence on both white and dark backgrounds.

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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 Categories

Color formats

Name
The Distant Atoll During Measuring
HEX
#9f8f50
RGB
rgb(159,143,80)
RGB%
rgb(62.4%,56.1%,31.4%)
HSL
hsl(48,33%,47%)
HSV
hsv(48,50%,62%)
CMYK
cmyk(0,10,50,38)
LAB
lab(60,-3,35)
LCH
lch(60,35,95)
sRGB
(0.624,0.561,0.314)
HEX8
#9f8f50ff
CSS Name
Decimal
159143080

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Color info

Lightness
47%
Saturation
33%
Hue
48°
Chroma
35
Temperature
WarmCool
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