Color codes click any value to copy
| Swatch | Name | HEX | RGB | HSL | OKLCH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chili | #B3001B | rgb(179, 0, 27) | hsl(351, 100%, 35%) | oklch(48.3% 0.196 25) | |
| Evergreen | #0F5132 | rgb(15, 81, 50) | hsl(152, 69%, 19%) | oklch(38.6% 0.083 158) | |
| Champagne | #F5E6C8 | rgb(245, 230, 200) | hsl(40, 69%, 87%) | oklch(92.9% 0.043 85) | |
| Mustard | #D4AF37 | rgb(212, 175, 55) | hsl(46, 65%, 52%) | oklch(76.7% 0.139 91) |
Why it works and how to use it
Classic Noel is a vivid complementary color palette tagged warm, red, yellow. Near-complementary hues (about 161° apart) make this a high-contrast, attention-grabbing combination. Saturation runs high, so use the brightest color sparingly and let the others carry the surface area. Warm and cool hues are mixed, which adds depth.
With 4 chromatic colors, Chili takes the lead while the rest support. Lightness runs from 19% to 87%. Well suited to websites, presentations and branding.
- Background: Champagne (#F5E6C8) is the lightest color, so it belongs on large surfaces.
- Text: Evergreen (#0F5132) on #F5E6C8 gives 7.59:1, passing WCAG AAA.
- Primary: Chili (#B3001B) is the most saturated mid-tone; use it for buttons and links (5.81:1 against the background, fine for UI elements).
- Accent: Mustard (#D4AF37) for highlights, badges and hover states.
2 of 6 color pairs pass WCAG AA (4.5:1); the strongest is Evergreen on Champagne at 7.59:1.
Preview on a real UI see how the palette feels in context
Design faster with Classic Noel
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: under protanopia, Chili and Evergreen become hard to tell apart, so do not rely on that pair alone to carry meaning.
Palette card

Contrast check WCAG ratios between palette colors
| Pair | Sample | Ratio | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
#0F5132 on #F5E6C8 | Aa | 7.59:1 | AAA |
#B3001B on #F5E6C8 | Aa | 5.81:1 | AA |
#0F5132 on #D4AF37 | Aa | 4.45:1 | AA large only |
#B3001B on #D4AF37 | Aa | 3.41:1 | AA large only |
#F5E6C8 on #D4AF37 | Aa | 1.71:1 | Fail |
#B3001B on #0F5132 | Aa | 1.31:1 | Fail |