#665852 Hex Color
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The hex code #665852 is a dusty, ashy brown that leans toward grey. It provides a serious, grounded base for minimalist branding or dark interfaces. Because this shade is dim, it offers high readability for white text, achieving a 6.8:1 contrast ratio that meets accessibility standards. Use it as a dominant background to create a moody, organic atmosphere rather than as a bright highlight.
Questions about #665852
What is #665852 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #665852 is rgb(102, 88, 82), in HSL hsl(18, 11%, 36%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 20%, 60%.
What design aesthetic works best with #665852?
#665852 serves as an excellent anchor for minimalist, brutalist, or organic design systems. Its inherent desaturation provides a serious, sophisticated backdrop that allows accent colors to pop without overwhelming the user or creating visual clutter in dark mode interfaces.
Is #665852 readable on white or black?
#665852 has a 6.81:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.08:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.