Misty Sage & Fern is a analogous color palette tagged muted, white. Analogous neighbors on the wheel (Sage, Putty) give it a natural, low-tension flow. 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 analogous hue relationship and a strong light-to-dark ladder (97% down to 40% lightness). A natural fit for websites, presentations and branding.
- Background: Snow (#FDFAF2) is the lightest color, so it belongs on large surfaces.
- Text: Fern (#667754) on #FDFAF2 gives 4.65:1, passing WCAG AA.
- Primary: Putty (#CDC7B1) is the most saturated mid-tone; use it for buttons and links with a border or a darker shade for contrast.
- Accent: Sage (#99A87E) for highlights, badges and hover states.
1 of 6 color pairs pass WCAG AA (4.5:1); the strongest is Fern on Snow at 4.65:1.
Preview on a real UI see how the palette feels in context
Design faster with Misty Sage & Fern
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
#667754 on #FDFAF2 | Aa | 4.65:1 | AA |
#667754 on #CDC7B1 | Aa | 2.86:1 | Fail |
#99A87E on #FDFAF2 | Aa | 2.44:1 | Fail |
#667754 on #99A87E | Aa | 1.91:1 | Fail |
#CDC7B1 on #FDFAF2 | Aa | 1.62:1 | Fail |
#99A87E on #CDC7B1 | Aa | 1.5:1 | Fail |