#664E1A Hex Color
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#664e1a is a dark, muted yellow-olive with warm brown undertones and a dusty, earthy finish. Its low saturation creates a serious, grounded mood suited to outdoor branding, organic products, military themes, and budget-focused designs. Use it as a supporting tone or dark background with white text, which provides about 7.9:1 contrast. The hex code for this color is #664e1a.
Questions about #664e1a
What is #664e1a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #664e1a is rgb(102, 78, 26), in HSL hsl(41, 59%, 25%) and in CMYK 0%, 24%, 75%, 60%.
What colors pair well with #664e1a?
#664e1a pairs well with warm neutrals such as cream and sand, while terracotta adds warmth and charcoal reinforces its subdued, outdoorsy character without overpowering its muted yellow-olive base in a restrained palette. Use brighter accents sparingly for balance.
Does #664e1a look warm or cool?
#664e1a reads as a warm, muted olive because its yellow base and brown undertones outweigh the cooler impression often associated with green, giving it an earthy, reserved character rather than a fresh or vivid one. It suits organic, serious, and utility-focused designs.
Is #664e1a readable on white or black?
#664e1a has a 7.86:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.66:1 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.