#635B5C Hex Color
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The hex code #635b5c defines a dark, muted red with a dusty gray undertone. Its low saturation gives designs a serious, smoky mood, while the red base adds restrained energy and urgency. Use it as a supporting tone in moody layouts, paired with warm cream or charcoal. White text reaches about 6.6:1 contrast for readable body copy.
Questions about #635b5c
What is #635b5c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #635b5c is rgb(99, 91, 92), in HSL hsl(353, 4%, 37%) and in CMYK 0%, 8%, 7%, 61%.
What colors pair well with #635b5c?
Warm cream gives #635b5c clean contrast, while muted olive or dusty peach can add controlled color without making the palette feel loud. Use pale neutrals for text and lighter surfaces.
Is #635b5c readable on white or black?
#635b5c has a 6.60:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.18:1 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.