#564A3D Hex Color
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#564a3d is a dark, muted brown with low saturation and a soft gray, ashy cast. Its matte depth suggests seriousness, mystery, and dependable warmth without demanding attention. Use this hex code for moody backgrounds, coffee or craft branding, and supporting elements. White text reaches about 8.6:1 contrast, making it suitable behind small body text.
Questions about #564a3d
What is #564a3d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #564a3d is rgb(86, 74, 61), in HSL hsl(31, 17%, 29%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 29%, 66%.
What colors pair well with #564a3d?
#564a3d pairs well with muted sage, terracotta, cream, and dusty blue when a palette needs gentle contrast while preserving its subdued, handmade character across packaging, editorial layouts, and warm interface themes. Reserve terracotta for small accents so the overall design does not become visually heavy.
Is #564a3d readable on white or black?
#564a3d has a 8.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.44:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.