Gold

Q: How do I use #A28A2A in CSS?

You can use #A28A2A in CSS with: background-color: #A28A2A; or color: #A28A2A; or as an RGB value: rgb(162, 138, 42). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 15%, 74%, 36%.

#A28A2A

Gold is a warm medium color with the hex code #A28A2A. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 162, 138, 42 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 15%, 74%, 36% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Gold Color Values

HEX: #A28A2A
RGB: 162, 138, 42
HSL: 48°, 59%, 40%
CMYK: 0, 15, 74, 36

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Gold sits at 48° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 59% saturation and 40% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Gold work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Gold in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 15%, 74%, 36% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Gold

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #A28A2A;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 162, 138, 42;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#A28A2A',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 15%
Y: 74%
K: 36%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(162, 138, 42)
rgba(162, 138, 42, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 48° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #A28A2A?

#A28A2A is Gold, a warm medium color with RGB values of 162, 138, 42. It has a hue of 48°, 59% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #A28A2A?

The RGB color code for #A28A2A is rgb(162, 138, 42). This means it contains 162 red, 138 green, and 42 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Gold a warm or cool color?

Gold (#A28A2A) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #A28A2A in CSS?

You can use #A28A2A in CSS with: background-color: #A28A2A; or color: #A28A2A; or as an RGB value: rgb(162, 138, 42). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 15%, 74%, 36%.