Dawn Patrol color palette
Color codes click any value to copy
| Swatch | Name | HEX | RGB | HSL | OKLCH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dusk | #355070 | rgb(53, 80, 112) | hsl(213, 36%, 32%) | oklch(42.4% 0.063 253) | |
| Dusk | #6D597A | rgb(109, 89, 122) | hsl(276, 16%, 41%) | oklch(49.6% 0.057 312) | |
| Clay | #B56576 | rgb(181, 101, 118) | hsl(347, 35%, 55%) | oklch(60.2% 0.104 7) | |
| Dusty Rose | #EAAC8B | rgb(234, 172, 139) | hsl(21, 69%, 73%) | oklch(79.5% 0.086 49) |
Why it works and how to use it
Dawn Patrol is a complementary color palette tagged modern. Near-complementary hues (about 168° 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.
It works because the lightness steps are gentle (32% to 73%), which keeps the mood consistent from edge to edge. Try it for websites, presentations and branding.
- Background: Dusty Rose (#EAAC8B) is the lightest color, so it belongs on large surfaces.
- Text: Dusk (#355070) on #EAAC8B gives 4.25:1, enough for large headings only.
- Primary: Clay (#B56576) is the most saturated mid-tone; use it for buttons and links with a border or a darker shade for contrast.
- Accent: Dusk (#6D597A) for highlights, badges and hover states.
No pair inside the palette reaches 4.5:1, so add black or white for body text.
Preview on a real UI see how the palette feels in context
Design faster with Dawn Patrol
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 and deuteranopia, Dusk and Dusk 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
#355070 on #EAAC8B | Aa | 4.25:1 | AA large only |
#6D597A on #EAAC8B | Aa | 3.21:1 | AA large only |
#B56576 on #EAAC8B | Aa | 2.12:1 | Fail |
#355070 on #B56576 | Aa | 2.01:1 | Fail |
#6D597A on #B56576 | Aa | 1.51:1 | Fail |
#355070 on #6D597A | Aa | 1.33:1 | Fail |