#654638 Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #654638 is a warm brown with a dusty red undertone and very low saturation. Its matte, shaded quality suggests seriousness, comfort, and quiet strength without demanding attention. Use the hex code as a supporting tone in earthy branding, coffee or artisan packaging, or moody backgrounds. White text reads clearly on it at about 8.4:1 contrast.
Questions about #654638
What is #654638 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #654638 is rgb(101, 70, 56), in HSL hsl(19, 29%, 31%) and in CMYK 0%, 31%, 45%, 60%.
What colors pair well with #654638?
Muted blue-gray, dusty sage, and warm cream pair well with #654638 because they balance its dark, reddish brown base while preserving the subdued, earthy mood needed for packaging, editorial layouts, and restrained brand palettes. Cream provides space, while blue-gray can frame secondary elements.
Is #654638 readable on white or black?
#654638 has a 8.44:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.48:1 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.