Bold Cinnamon & Marigold is a monochromatic color palette tagged warm, vibrant, black. A monochromatic set: the same hue family from Obsidian down to Oat. Saturation is moderate, which keeps it flexible for both interfaces and print. The overall temperature is warm.
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Why it works and how to use it
The palette holds together thanks to its monochromatic hue relationship and a strong light-to-dark ladder (80% down to 4% lightness). A natural fit for websites, presentations and branding.
- Background: Oat (#E1D5B9) is the lightest color, so it belongs on large surfaces.
- Text: Obsidian (#090909) on #E1D5B9 gives 13.67:1, passing WCAG AAA.
- Primary: Cinnamon (#E16C00) is the most saturated mid-tone; use it for buttons and links with a border or a darker shade for contrast.
- Accent: Marigold (#E1A100) for highlights, badges and hover states.
3 of 6 color pairs pass WCAG AA (4.5:1); the strongest is Obsidian on Oat at 13.67:1.
Preview on a real UI see how the palette feels in context
Design faster with Bold Cinnamon & Marigold
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.
Contrast check WCAG ratios between palette colors
| Pair | Sample | Ratio | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
#090909 on #E1D5B9 | Aa | 13.67:1 | AAA |
#090909 on #E1A100 | Aa | 8.82:1 | AAA |
#090909 on #E16C00 | Aa | 6.02:1 | AA |
#E16C00 on #E1D5B9 | Aa | 2.27:1 | Fail |
#E1A100 on #E1D5B9 | Aa | 1.55:1 | Fail |
#E16C00 on #E1A100 | Aa | 1.47:1 | Fail |