#635C6F Hex Color
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A muted, dusty purple with strong grey undertones, #635c6f feels professional and grounded. Its low saturation makes it an excellent choice for moody UI backgrounds or secondary branding elements. It offers enough contrast for white text to remain legible, providing a 6.4:1 ratio that exceeds accessibility standards. Use this hex code when you need a serious, understated neutral that avoids the harshness of black.
Questions about #635c6f
What is #635c6f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #635c6f is rgb(99, 92, 111), in HSL hsl(262, 9%, 40%) and in CMYK 11%, 17%, 0%, 56%.
Does #635c6f lean warm or cool?
#635c6f leans cool due to its distinct grey undertones, which subdue the natural vibrance of purple. This desaturated quality makes it a reliable neutral that pairs beautifully with cool slate or crisp white to maintain a clean, professional aesthetic in interface design.
What colors pair well with #635c6f for UI branding?
Pair #635c6f with lighter, airy tones like cream or soft beige to create a sophisticated balance. If you need a stronger contrast, a dark charcoal works effectively as a text color while keeping the overall palette muted and intentional.
Is #635c6f readable on white or black?
#635c6f has a 6.38:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.29:1 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.