#A88140 Hex Color
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This unsaturated, warm orange feels earthy and approachable. Because of its mellow saturation, #a88140 works best as an accent rather than a background color, where it can easily appear muddy. Pair it with dark navy or charcoal for a sophisticated contrast. Since black text provides excellent readability over this shade, it functions well for headlines and call-to-action buttons in autumn-themed branding.
Questions about #a88140
What is #a88140 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a88140 is rgb(168, 129, 64), in HSL hsl(38, 45%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 62%, 34%.
How can I best use #a88140 in a design layout?
What design aesthetic works best with #a88140?
This shade is perfect for autumn-inspired branding or organic, rustic design themes. Because of its approachable and muted nature, #a88140 conveys warmth and stability, making it a reliable choice for professional environments that want to feel grounded rather than high-energy or neon.
Is #a88140 readable on white or black?
#a88140 has a 3.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.87:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.