#636453 Hex Color
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Reach for this dark yellow when a design needs a muted, almost-grey base with a trace of warmth. The hex code #636453 sits low in both saturation and lightness, so it reads gloomy and understated instead of cheerful. It works best as a supporting tone or full background behind white text, which clears the 4.5:1 contrast threshold for body copy. Pair it with rust or burnt orange for warmth, or cream type for a faded, vintage feel.
Questions about #636453
What is #636453 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #636453 is rgb(99, 100, 83), in HSL hsl(64, 9%, 36%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 17%, 61%.
What colors pair well with #636453?
Burnt orange and rust bring out its yellow undertone, while cream softens the gloomy feel. For sharper contrast, try it beside charcoal or deep plum in a dark palette.
Is #636453 readable on white or black?
#636453 has a 6.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.47:1 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.