#6D6655 Hex Color
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This muted, ashy shade sits between dark grey and a dusty, desaturated yellow. It functions best as a supporting element rather than a dominant base, as it can appear muddy in larger applications. Pair #6d6655 with crisp white to maintain readability, as it meets WCAG AA standards for body text. The hex code #6d6655 adds an understated, calm quality to construction or budget-conscious branding palettes.
Questions about #6d6655
What is #6d6655 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6d6655 is rgb(109, 102, 85), in HSL hsl(43, 12%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 22%, 57%.
What design elements pair well with #6d6655?
Pair #6d6655 with crisp white or light cream to maintain clear readability, as this muted tone can appear muddy against darker backgrounds. It functions effectively as a neutral background or text color in minimalist, construction-themed brand identities.
Is #6d6655 readable on white or black?
#6d6655 has a 5.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.68:1 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.