#65543D Hex Color
A serious, heavy, and grounding earthy brown
This muted, dusty brown is serious and heavy, working best as a supporting tone rather than a large background. While it can read as muddy in isolation, the hex code #65543d pairs surprisingly well with bright, cool teals or soft creams to provide contrast. Because it meets WCAG AA standards, white text remains legible, though it shines brightest in moody, organic branding.
Questions about #65543d
What is #65543d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #65543d is rgb(101, 84, 61), in HSL hsl(35, 25%, 32%) and in CMYK 0%, 17%, 40%, 60%.
What colors pair best with #65543d?
To brighten this heavy brown, pair it with soft creams or high-contrast, cool teals. This balance creates a professional, grounded aesthetic that avoids the muddiness often associated with darker, desaturated earth tones in digital interfaces.
Is #65543d suitable for text?
Yes, #65543d meets WCAG AA standards when used as a background for white or off-white text. Its deep saturation provides enough contrast to maintain readability, making it an excellent, softer alternative to pure black for headings.
Is #65543d readable on white or black?
#65543d has a 7.26:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.88:1 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.