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Antique Copper Glow

The rich, aged warmth of antique copper with its beautiful, subtle glow.

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#E7C5A3#C7A685#A8886C#8B6B54#6E503E

Palette guide

How to use Antique Copper Glow

Overview

The Antique Copper Glow palette radiates the warm, inviting essence of aged copper, perfect for designs seeking a retro or luxurious feel. Featuring rich, descending tones from the light #E7C5A3 to the deep #6E503E, this palette offers a spectrum of rustic elegance. Designers and developers can utilize these hues, including #C7A685, #A8886C, and #8B6B54, to create interfaces and visuals that evoke warmth, authenticity, and a touch of vintage charm. It's particularly effective for projects related to craftsmanship, cozy environments, or brands that wish to convey established quality and a welcoming atmosphere, blending timeless appeal with modern application.

Best used for

  • Vintage-inspired branding and logos
  • Cozy cafe or restaurant interiors
  • High-end artisanal product packaging
  • Retro website themes and UI
  • Fashion accessories design
  • Warm, inviting digital illustrations

Suggested color roles

primary

Use #6E503E as a grounding, deep copper tone for main sections or prominent UI elements.

secondary

Apply #8B6B54 for supporting elements, subheadings, or to add depth to illustrations.

accent

Highlight key information or interactive elements with #C7A685, providing a gentle, aged glow.

background

Employ #E7C5A3 for soft, warm backgrounds that enhance readability and create an inviting atmosphere.

text

For text on lighter backgrounds like #E7C5A3, use #6E503E or #8B6B54 for excellent contrast. On darker tones, a light cream or white will be most legible.

Accessibility notes

  • Ensure text in #6E503E has sufficient contrast on #E7C5A3 backgrounds for WCAG AA compliance.
  • Be cautious when pairing #A8886C with #8B6B54 for text to avoid low contrast issues.
  • Darker colors like #6E503E offer good readability for headings on lighter backgrounds.
  • Always test color combinations for readability, especially for body text and navigation links.

Recommended combinations

Copper Base

Establishes a rich, warm foundation for interfaces, providing depth and a sense of luxury.

#6E503E · #8B6B54 · #A8886C

Glow Accent

Ideal for highlighting features, subtle gradients, or creating an inviting, soft glow effect.

#E7C5A3 · #C7A685 · #8B6B54

Deep Patina

Use for strong visual contrast in headers or calls to action, blending deep tones with bright highlights.

#6E503E · #E7C5A3 · #C7A685

CSS variables

:root {
  --antique-copper-glow-1: #E7C5A3;
  --antique-copper-glow-2: #C7A685;
  --antique-copper-glow-3: #A8886C;
  --antique-copper-glow-4: #8B6B54;
  --antique-copper-glow-5: #6E503E;
}

Tailwind config

theme: {
  extend: {
    colors: {
      "antique-copper-glow": {
        1: "#E7C5A3",
        2: "#C7A685",
        3: "#A8886C",
        4: "#8B6B54",
        5: "#6E503E",
      }
    }
  }
}

Related searches

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Palette colors

Hex values

Color 1#E7C5A3
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Color 2#C7A685
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Color 3#A8886C
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Color 4#8B6B54
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Color 5#6E503E
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Accessibility

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