Color codes click any value to copy
| Swatch | Name | HEX | RGB | HSL | OKLCH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Space | #3F2A56 | rgb(63, 42, 86) | hsl(269, 34%, 25%) | oklch(33.2% 0.079 305) | |
| Chestnut | #A04E5C | rgb(160, 78, 92) | hsl(350, 34%, 47%) | oklch(52.9% 0.109 11) | |
| Mandarin | #E58B5A | rgb(229, 139, 90) | hsl(21, 73%, 63%) | oklch(72.2% 0.127 48) | |
| Wheat | #FBD48A | rgb(251, 212, 138) | hsl(39, 93%, 76%) | oklch(88.7% 0.102 83) |
Why it works and how to use it
Amber Dusk is a complementary color palette tagged sunset, orange. Near-complementary hues (about 130° apart) make this a high-contrast, attention-grabbing combination. Saturation is moderate, which keeps it flexible for both interfaces and print. Warm and cool hues are mixed, which adds depth.
The palette holds together thanks to its complementary hue relationship and a strong light-to-dark ladder (76% down to 25% lightness). A natural fit for websites, presentations and branding.
- Background: Wheat (#FBD48A) is the lightest color, so it belongs on large surfaces.
- Text: Space (#3F2A56) on #FBD48A gives 8.88:1, passing WCAG AAA.
- Primary: Mandarin (#E58B5A) is the most saturated mid-tone; use it for buttons and links with a border or a darker shade for contrast.
- Accent: Chestnut (#A04E5C) for highlights, badges and hover states.
2 of 6 color pairs pass WCAG AA (4.5:1); the strongest is Space on Wheat at 8.88:1.
Preview on a real UI see how the palette feels in context
Design faster with Amber Dusk
A palette preview that turns four colors into a page, so you can judge hierarchy, contrast and mood before you commit.
Primary action SecondaryColor blindness simulation
Color-blind check: all four colors stay distinguishable under protanopia, deuteranopia and tritanopia.
Palette card

Contrast check WCAG ratios between palette colors
| Pair | Sample | Ratio | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
#3F2A56 on #FBD48A | Aa | 8.88:1 | AAA |
#3F2A56 on #E58B5A | Aa | 4.87:1 | AA |
#A04E5C on #FBD48A | Aa | 3.98:1 | AA large only |
#3F2A56 on #A04E5C | Aa | 2.23:1 | Fail |
#A04E5C on #E58B5A | Aa | 2.19:1 | Fail |
#E58B5A on #FBD48A | Aa | 1.82:1 | Fail |