1. oranges
2. neutrals
3. Dark Sand

Color Dark Sand orange (#a88f59):
HEX, RGB color codes for HTML and CSS

The Comprehensive Guide to Dark Sand orange (#a88f59):
Its Meaning and Harmonious Color Matches in Design.

Hue Family:
oranges

oranges Family:
neutral

Saturation:
moderately saturated

Tones:
colorful tone

Shade:
medium

Temperature:
warm

Chromaticity:
chromatic

Chroma:
medium chroma

Color Information about Dark Sand / #a88f59

The HTML HEX code is #a88f59. The corresponding color name is "Dark Sand". In RGB values (additive color space used for Digital Displays), this HEX code translates to Red (R): 168%, Green (G): 143%, Blue (B): 89%. In the CMYK color model (subtractive color model used in printing), it is represented by Cyan (C): 0%, Magenta (M): 15%, Yellow (Y):47%, Black (K): 34%. In the HSL color space, #a88f59 has a hue of 41°, saturation of 31%, and lightness of 50%. The HSV representation is 41° for hue, 47% for saturation, and 66% for value.

In the CIE-LAB color space, the color is denoted by L* (lightness) = 61, a* (green to red) = 2, and b* (blue to yellow) = 32. The XYZ representation is X: 28, Y: 29, Z: 14. In the YUV color space, it translates to Y (luminance) = 0.5660, U (chrominance) = -0.1067, and V (chrominance) = 0.0815.

The decimal value of the color is 11046745. The closest Web-safe HEX code is #999966. Variations of the colour are #CABB9B for a 20% lighter version and #645535 for a 20% darker version.

For the color with hex value #a88f59, the correlated color temperature (CT) is estimated to be 3831 Kelvin (3831K).

The approximate wavelength of #a88f59 is around 618.00nm.

The Depth and Diversity of Dark Sand (Hex: #a88f59): Exploring its Impact in Design and Culture

Dark Sand (#a88f59) is a rich and warm color reminiscent of parched desert landscapes. Its earthy tones resemble the textured dunes of the Sahara or the rugged canyons of the American Southwest. This color captures the essence of arid terrains, evoking the feeling of being surrounded by sun-baked sands and ancient rock formations. Dark Sand infuses a natural elegance into designs, making it a versatile choice for interior decor, fashion, or branding. Embrace the allure of the desert with Dark Sand, as it brings the warmth and serenity of nature into any visual composition.

Tints and Shades of #a88f59 HEX color (Dark Sand)

In color theory, tints and shades are essential for understanding the depth and luminosity of colors. A tint is achieved by adding white to a pure hue, lightening its appearance. Conversely, a shade results from blending black with a color, giving it a deeper tone. In the context of #a88f59, this color stands at the center between its tints and shades. While the tints get progressively lighter moving towards white (#ffffff), the shades deepen towards black (#000000).

• #ffffff
• #E9E3D6
• #D4C7AC
• #BEAB83
• #a88f59
• #7E6B43
• #54482D
• #2A2416
• #000000

Tones of Dark Sand (#a88f59 HEX color)

A tone is produced by adding gray to any pure hue. In the case of #a88f59, #988969 is the less saturated color, while #a88f59 is the most saturated one.

• #988969
• #9c8b65
• #a08c61
• #a48e5d
• #a88f59
• #48453e
• #3f3b33
• #363228
• #2c281d

HTML Usage Examples

<p style="color: #a88f59;">This is a css example</p>

p { color: #a88f59; }

.text {color:#a88f59;}

.background {background-color:#a88f59;}

.border {border:1px solid #a88f59;}