Crimson Marigold & Copper is a vivid dark, monochromatic color palette tagged gradient, dark, warm. A monochromatic set: the same hue family from Espresso down to Marigold. Saturation runs high, so use the brightest color sparingly and let the others carry the surface area. The overall temperature is warm.
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Why it works and how to use it
With 4 chromatic colors, Cedar takes the lead while the rest support. Lightness runs from 10% to 54%. Well suited to wellness, organic and outdoor brands.
- Background: Marigold (#E3A331) is the lightest color, so it belongs on large surfaces.
- Text: Espresso (#351E00) on #E3A331 gives 7.14:1, passing WCAG AAA.
- Primary: Cedar (#835000) is the most saturated mid-tone; use it for buttons and links (3.07:1 against the background, fine for UI elements).
- Accent: Copper (#A16A00) for highlights, badges and hover states.
1 of 6 color pairs pass WCAG AA (4.5:1); the strongest is Espresso on Marigold at 7.14:1.
Preview on a real UI see how the palette feels in context
Design faster with Crimson Marigold & Copper
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
#351E00 on #E3A331 | Aa | 7.14:1 | AAA |
#351E00 on #A16A00 | Aa | 3.42:1 | AA large only |
#835000 on #E3A331 | Aa | 3.07:1 | AA large only |
#351E00 on #835000 | Aa | 2.33:1 | Fail |
#A16A00 on #E3A331 | Aa | 2.09:1 | Fail |
#835000 on #A16A00 | Aa | 1.47:1 | Fail |