Fjord Dusty Rose & Thistle color palette
Fjord Dusty Rose & Thistle is a analogous color palette tagged scandinavian, muted, warm. Analogous neighbors on the wheel (Dust, Dusty Rose, Thistle) give it a natural, low-tension flow. Saturation is moderate, which keeps it flexible for both interfaces and print. The overall temperature is warm.
Color codes click any value to copy
| Swatch | Name | HEX | RGB | HSL | OKLCH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dove Gray | #806E72 | rgb(128, 110, 114) | hsl(347, 8%, 47%) | oklch(55.6% 0.023 3) | |
| Dust | #B29491 | rgb(178, 148, 145) | hsl(5, 18%, 63%) | oklch(69.3% 0.036 25) | |
| Dusty Rose | #D4A897 | rgb(212, 168, 151) | hsl(17, 41%, 71%) | oklch(76.7% 0.057 42) | |
| Thistle | #DDB7CA | rgb(221, 183, 202) | hsl(330, 36%, 79%) | oklch(81.8% 0.050 347) |
Why it works and how to use it
With 3 chromatic colors, Dusty Rose takes the lead while the rest support. Lightness runs from 47% to 79%. Well suited to websites, presentations and branding.
- Background: Thistle (#DDB7CA) is the lightest color, so it belongs on large surfaces.
- Text: Dove Gray (#806E72) on #DDB7CA gives 2.66:1, so pair it with a darker neutral for body copy.
- Primary: Dusty Rose (#D4A897) is the most saturated mid-tone; use it for buttons and links with a border or a darker shade for contrast.
- Accent: Dust (#B29491) 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 Fjord Dusty Rose & Thistle
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
#806E72 on #DDB7CA | Aa | 2.66:1 | Fail |
#806E72 on #D4A897 | Aa | 2.24:1 | Fail |
#806E72 on #B29491 | Aa | 1.72:1 | Fail |
#B29491 on #DDB7CA | Aa | 1.55:1 | Fail |
#B29491 on #D4A897 | Aa | 1.31:1 | Fail |
#D4A897 on #DDB7CA | Aa | 1.19:1 | Fail |