#644235 Hex Color
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A dark, muted shade of brown, #644235 evokes reliability and organic strength. Its low saturation keeps the tone grounded, making it an excellent choice for branding or background elements in moody, artisan designs. Because it creates an 8.9:1 contrast ratio with white, this hex code supports accessible typography easily. Pair it with lighter, creamy tones to soften the overall composition and prevent a heavy visual appearance.
Questions about #644235
What is #644235 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #644235 is rgb(100, 66, 53), in HSL hsl(17, 31%, 30%) and in CMYK 0%, 34%, 47%, 61%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #644235 in a design palette?
This deep brown works best when paired with softer, creamy neutrals or muted sage green to create balance. You can also introduce a warm terracotta or light tan to highlight the organic, earthy nature of the shade without overwhelming the composition.
Is #644235 readable on white or black?
#644235 has a 8.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.37:1 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.