#625949 Hex Color
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#625949 is a dark, muted yellow with brown-gray undertones and a matte, dusty finish. Its low saturation creates a serious, moody feel, making it useful for construction branding, sale graphics, or supporting UI elements. Use the hex code #625949 as a grounded base with cream or rust accents; white text remains readable at about 6.9:1 contrast.
Questions about #625949
What is #625949 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #625949 is rgb(98, 89, 73), in HSL hsl(38, 15%, 34%) and in CMYK 0%, 9%, 26%, 62%.
What colors pair well with #625949?
Cream, rust, and warm off-white accents pair well with #625949, adding contrast without losing its earthy character; terracotta can bring controlled warmth, while charcoal text or borders create a quieter, more restrained palette.
Does #625949 look warm or cool?
#625949 reads as warm-leaning because its muted yellow and brown undertones outweigh the gray influence, though its low saturation keeps the warmth restrained rather than golden. It works well when you want an earthy neutral without strong visual brightness.
Is #625949 readable on white or black?
#625949 has a 6.89:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.04:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.