#A88A5A Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated orange feels mellow and approachable without the intensity of brighter shades. Because of its muted character, #a88a5a works best as a supporting tone in autumn palettes or rugged brand identities. It pairs surprisingly well with deep charcoal, which provides enough contrast for excellent legibility. Use this hex code sparingly as an accent rather than a full background to avoid a muddy appearance.
Questions about #a88a5a
What is #a88a5a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a88a5a is rgb(168, 138, 90), in HSL hsl(37, 31%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 18%, 46%, 34%.
What colors work best with #a88a5a in a design scheme?
#a88a5a pairs exceptionally well with deep charcoal or dark navy for strong contrast that maintains readability. Because it is a muted, earthy orange, it also functions beautifully alongside cream or soft olive tones for a grounded, organic aesthetic.
Is #a88a5a suitable for text on a white background?
Using #a88a5a for standard text is generally discouraged because it does not provide enough contrast against white for accessibility standards. If you must use this tone for text, ensure it is set against a very dark background to maintain legibility.
Is #a88a5a readable on white or black?
#a88a5a has a 3.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.44:1 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.