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Antique Map Parchment

Faded browns and sepia tones inspired by the timeless charm of old parchment maps.

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#C6AD8B#B39B78#9E8866#877452#6F5E42

Palette guide

How to use Antique Map Parchment

Overview

The Antique Map Parchment palette features faded browns and sepia tones inspired by the timeless charm of old parchment maps. Ranging from the deep #6F5E42 to the warm #C6AD8B, including #B39B78, #9E8866, and #877452, this palette is perfect for designers and developers seeking a natural, warm, or rustic aesthetic. It's ideal for crafting user interfaces, branding, or visuals that convey a sense of exploration, history, and authentic craftsmanship. The blend of rich, earthy hues 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 platforms
  • Vintage stationery and journal covers
  • E-commerce for antique maps or globes
  • Educational content with a classic theme
  • Packaging for artisanal, old-world goods

Suggested color roles

primary

Use #6F5E42 as a deep, anchoring color for main sections, headers, or strong text elements.

secondary

Apply #877452 for supportive content, subheadings, or to add rich depth to illustrations.

accent

Highlight key information or interactive elements with #B39B78, providing a soft, aged parchment feel.

background

Employ #C6AD8B or #B39B78 for warm, inviting backgrounds that offer excellent contrast for darker text.

text

For text on lighter backgrounds like #C6AD8B, use #6F5E42 or #877452 for optimal readability. On darker backgrounds, a light cream or white works best.

Accessibility notes

  • Ensure #6F5E42 text on #C6AD8B backgrounds meets WCAG AA contrast requirements.
  • Be cautious when pairing #9E8866 with #877452 for text to avoid low contrast issues.
  • Darker hues like #6F5E42 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 warm, readable base reminiscent of old paper, ideal for content-heavy sections.

#C6AD8B · #B39B78 · #9E8866

Map Detail

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

#6F5E42 · #877452 · #B39B78

Rustic Contrast

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

#6F5E42 · #C6AD8B · #9E8866

CSS variables

:root {
  --antique-map-parchment-3-1: #C6AD8B;
  --antique-map-parchment-3-2: #B39B78;
  --antique-map-parchment-3-3: #9E8866;
  --antique-map-parchment-3-4: #877452;
  --antique-map-parchment-3-5: #6F5E42;
}

Tailwind config

theme: {
  extend: {
    colors: {
      "antique-map-parchment-3": {
        1: "#C6AD8B",
        2: "#B39B78",
        3: "#9E8866",
        4: "#877452",
        5: "#6F5E42",
      }
    }
  }
}

Related searches

antique map color palettevintage sepia tonesold paper texture schemewarm earth tone paletterustic cartography colors

Palette colors

Hex values

Color 1#C6AD8B
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Color 2#B39B78
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Color 3#9E8866
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Color 4#877452
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Color 5#6F5E42
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