#647A66 Hex Color
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Bleak and matte, #647a66 acts as a muted, ashy green with strong gray undertones. Because it lacks saturation, it functions best as a supporting background color rather than a primary focus. Pair it with soft creams or warm off-whites to maintain readability. The hex code for this desaturated green is #647a66, a versatile choice for organic branding or UI elements that require a stable, understated presence.
Questions about #647a66
What is #647a66 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #647a66 is rgb(100, 122, 102), in HSL hsl(125, 10%, 44%) and in CMYK 18%, 0%, 16%, 52%.
What colors pair best with #647a66?
#647a66 works best when grounded by warm neutrals. Try pairing it with cream or warm off-white to improve readability and create an organic, balanced feel. Avoid high-contrast pure black, which can make this muted green look muddied.
How should I use #647a66 in interface design?
Use #647a66 as a secondary background color or for non-essential UI elements like borders, dividers, or muted icons. Its low saturation means it recedes visually, keeping the focus on primary text or high-contrast calls to action.
Is #647a66 readable on white or black?
#647a66 has a 4.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.51:1 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 for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.