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Antique Map Folds

Muted and earthy, like the faded colors of an antique map, full of untold stories.

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#6E5C4E#8C7B6D#AE9D8C#CEBEAD#EBE8E1

Palette guide

How to use Antique Map Folds

Overview

The Antique Map Folds palette offers muted and earthy tones, reminiscent of the faded colors of an old map, full of untold stories. Ranging from the deep #6E5C4E to the very light #EBE8E1, including #8C7B6D, #AE9D8C, and #CEBEAD, this palette is perfect for designers and developers seeking a neutral, vintage, or historical aesthetic. It's ideal for crafting user interfaces, branding, or visuals that convey a sense of exploration, adventure, and timeless knowledge. The blend of aged browns and beiges creates a sophisticated yet approachable atmosphere, reminiscent of ancient cartography, blending tradition with modern appeal.

Best used for

  • Travel blog and adventure website design
  • Historical society digital archives
  • Vintage stationery and journal covers
  • E-commerce for antique maps or globes
  • Educational content with a historical theme
  • Packaging for artisanal, old-world goods

Suggested color roles

primary

Use #6E5C4E as a deep, anchoring color for main sections, headers, or strong text elements.

secondary

Apply #8C7B6D for supportive content, subheadings, or to add rich depth to illustrations.

accent

Highlight key information or interactive elements with #AE9D8C, providing a soft, aged paper feel.

background

Employ #EBE8E1 or #CEBEAD for light, inviting backgrounds that offer excellent contrast for darker text.

text

For text on lighter backgrounds like #EBE8E1, use #6E5C4E or #8C7B6D for optimal readability. On darker backgrounds, a light cream or white works best.

Accessibility notes

  • Ensure #6E5C4E text on #EBE8E1 backgrounds meets WCAG AA contrast requirements.
  • Be cautious when pairing #AE9D8C with #CEBEAD for text to avoid low contrast issues.
  • Darker hues like #6E5C4E provide excellent readability for headings and important information.
  • Always test color combinations for readability, especially for body text and navigation links.

Recommended combinations

Parchment Base

Creates a soft, readable base reminiscent of old paper, ideal for content-heavy sections.

#EBE8E1 · #CEBEAD · #AE9D8C

Map Detail

Establishes a rich, historical feel for branding, navigation, or prominent UI elements.

#6E5C4E · #8C7B6D · #AE9D8C

Fold Contrast

Use for clear visual hierarchy, combining deep tones with light for impactful headings and calls to action.

#6E5C4E · #EBE8E1 · #8C7B6D

CSS variables

:root {
  --antique-map-folds-1: #6E5C4E;
  --antique-map-folds-2: #8C7B6D;
  --antique-map-folds-3: #AE9D8C;
  --antique-map-folds-4: #CEBEAD;
  --antique-map-folds-5: #EBE8E1;
}

Tailwind config

theme: {
  extend: {
    colors: {
      "antique-map-folds": {
        1: "#6E5C4E",
        2: "#8C7B6D",
        3: "#AE9D8C",
        4: "#CEBEAD",
        5: "#EBE8E1",
      }
    }
  }
}

Related searches

antique map color palettevintage paper tonesaged beige and brown schemehistorical cartography colorsretro map aesthetic

Palette colors

Hex values

Color 1#6E5C4E
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Color 2#8C7B6D
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Color 3#AE9D8C
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Color 4#CEBEAD
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Color 5#EBE8E1
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Accessibility

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