#665644 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty brown reads as a stable and understated neutral. Because it sits at a low saturation with heavy grey undertones, it works well as a grounding background element in vintage or organic branding. Use white text for optimal readability, as the contrast ratio is excellent. The hex code for this serious, shadowy tone is #665644.
Questions about #665644
What is #665644 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #665644 is rgb(102, 86, 68), in HSL hsl(32, 20%, 33%) and in CMYK 0%, 16%, 33%, 60%.
What colors pair best with #665644 for a balanced palette?
This grounded brown works effectively when paired with creamy white for high-readability contrast or deep forest green to enhance its organic, earthy quality. It also balances well with soft sage to create a sophisticated, nature-inspired aesthetic that feels both professional and approachable.
Is #665644 readable on white or black?
#665644 has a 7.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.97:1 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.