#A88E30 Hex Color
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This muted, golden-olive hue feels grounded and organic. Because it lacks high saturation, #a88e30 avoids the harshness of pure yellow while retaining warmth. It performs best as a supporting accent in palettes rather than a dominant background, as it can appear muddy when overused. Pair this earthy tone with deep charcoals to make the yellow undertones pop. The hex code for this olive shade is #a88e30.
Questions about #a88e30
What is #a88e30 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a88e30 is rgb(168, 142, 48), in HSL hsl(47, 56%, 42%) and in CMYK 0%, 15%, 71%, 34%.
How can I effectively use #a88e30 in a design project?
#a88e30 works best as a supporting accent or secondary element because it provides warmth without the intensity of brighter yellows. Balance this muted tone by pairing it with charcoal or deep navy to prevent it from looking muddy.
Is #a88e30 considered a warm or cool color?
This color sits on the warm side of the spectrum, offering an organic golden undertone that feels grounded rather than vibrant. Its muted nature keeps it professional and calm, making it a reliable choice for nature-inspired or vintage-style palettes.
Is #a88e30 readable on white or black?
#a88e30 has a 3.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.57:1 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.