#A18F33
- RGB
- 161, 143, 51
- Brightness
- 141.6
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 50°, 52%, 42%
- HSV V %
- 63%
- Lab
- 59.4, -4.1, 49.5
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 11%, 68%, 37%
- PNG size
- 5.7 KB
- Tone / Feel
- dark, vivid warm hue
Recommended text: Black (6.49:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #A18F33
Common Name: Pantone Metallics - PANTONE 8645 C
RGB: (161, 143, 51)
HSL: (45°, 48%, 41%)
Contrast:
vs White: 5.1 (AA Pass)
vs Black: 15.9 (AA Pass)
Mood Blurb: A warm, metallic golden hue that is often used in upscale design. It has a bold presence without being too overpowering, making it suitable for premium brands and products that wish to convey elegance and luxury. Its use in design projects related to metal finishes, premium packaging, and high-end branding is common.
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Why Designers Use It: Pantone 8645 C, also known as a metallic gold, is favored in luxury branding, packaging, and industrial design due to its rich, elegant finish. The color exudes a sense of quality, often paired with high-end products, from cosmetics to premium cars. Its metallic sheen makes it ideal for creating visual contrast and drawing attention to key features without overwhelming the viewer. This shade is widely used in the fashion industry for premium apparel, jewelry packaging, and branding, and is also a popular choice in automotive industries for trim and accents. The warm undertones of the color resonate well in designs that aim to evoke a sense of timelessness and sophistication. The color is also associated with materials like gold leaf, polished brass, and bronze finishes, making it an ideal choice for interiors, fine art frames, and vintage-inspired themes.