#665550 Hex Color
Deep muted earthy brown with warmth
This dark, dusty brown-red carries a serious and muted character. Because it is highly desaturated, #665550 works best as a moody background or a subtle accent rather than a dominant primary. It supports white text exceptionally well, offering a contrast ratio of 7.0:1. Pair this hex code with soft creams or warm greys to keep your UI from feeling muddy.
Questions about #665550
What is #665550 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #665550 is rgb(102, 85, 80), in HSL hsl(14, 12%, 36%) and in CMYK 0%, 17%, 22%, 60%.
What colors pair best with #665550?
The desaturated nature of #665550 works best alongside neutral cream or warm grey tones to prevent the overall design from feeling muddy. Avoid high-contrast primary colors, which tend to overwhelm the muted quality of this specific earthy shade.
Is #665550 readable on white or black?
#665550 has a 7.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.98:1 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.