#635546 Hex Color
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Muted and shadowed, #635546 is a dark brown with warm gray undertones and low saturation. Its matte, ashy surface suggests seriousness and mystery while retaining a dependable, grounded feel. Use the hex code #635546 as a supporting tone in coffee, tobacco, artisan, or vintage branding. It also suits moody backgrounds, where white text provides about 7.2:1 contrast.
Questions about #635546
What is #635546 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #635546 is rgb(99, 85, 70), in HSL hsl(31, 17%, 33%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 29%, 61%.
What colors pair well with #635546?
#635546 pairs well with cream, dusty rose, muted olive, and burgundy because these muted or warm companions add separation without making the palette feel bright or losing its restrained, earthy character.
Does #635546 read as warm or cool?
#635546 reads warm because its red-brown bias outweighs the cool effect of its gray component, while low saturation keeps that warmth subdued in most neutral palettes and dark layouts on screen.
Is #635546 suitable for text and backgrounds?
#635546 works well as a dark background with white text, providing about a 7.2:1 contrast ratio and meeting WCAG AA for normal body text at standard reading sizes in interfaces. Colored text still needs its own contrast check against this dark base.
Is #635546 readable on white or black?
#635546 has a 7.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.91:1 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.