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Autumn Gleam

Golden and russet tones reflect the rich bounty and cozy warmth of an autumn harvest.

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#DAA520#B8860B#CD853F#A0522D#8B4513

Palette guide

How to use Autumn Gleam

Overview

The "Autumn Gleam" palette reflects the rich bounty and cozy warmth of an autumn harvest, featuring golden and russet tones. It transitions from the radiant golden yellow of #DAA520 and the slightly deeper gold of #B8860B, through the warm sandy brown of #CD853F, to the earthy russet of #A0522D and the deep, grounding brown of #8B4513. This collection is perfect for designs aiming to evoke natural warmth, rustic charm, and a sense of cozy abundance. Designers and developers can utilize these harmonious hues for creating inviting web interfaces, organic branding, or evocative seasonal content.

Best used for

  • Harvest festival branding and marketing
  • Cozy home and lifestyle blogs
  • Artisanal food product packaging
  • Autumnal event invitations and decor
  • User interfaces with a warm, natural aesthetic
  • Digital art depicting harvest scenes

Suggested color roles

primary

#DAA520 - A radiant golden yellow that serves as an excellent focal point for branding, call-to-action buttons, or main headings.

secondary

#CD853F - A warm, sandy brown that provides strong support for subheadings, navigation elements, or content dividers.

accent

#B8860B - A slightly deeper gold that adds a luxurious touch, perfect for interactive elements, highlights, or subtle decorative details.

background

#A0522D - A rich, earthy russet that provides a warm, grounded base, allowing brighter golds to stand out.

text

#8B4513 - A deep, dark brown that provides excellent contrast against lighter shades like #DAA520 or #CD853F, ensuring high readability for body text.

Accessibility notes

  • Ensure sufficient contrast for text, especially when using #DAA520 or #B8860B on #CD853F.
  • For body text on #DAA520 or #CD853F, use #8B4513 or a dark charcoal/black to meet WCAG AA standards.
  • Avoid using #A0522D for small text on #8B4513 due to potential readability issues.
  • Test interactive elements for clear visual feedback and sufficient contrast in all states.

Recommended combinations

Golden Harvest

Creates a luminous, warm golden gradient, ideal for banners, headers, or luxurious accents.

#DAA520 · #B8860B · #CD853F

Earthy Depth

Combines the deepest brown and russet with a vibrant gold for striking contrast and a sense of profound richness.

#8B4513 · #A0522D · #DAA520

Rustic Gleam

A harmonious blend of warm browns and gold, perfect for sophisticated designs or textural elements.

#CD853F · #B8860B · #A0522D

CSS variables

:root {
  --autumn-gleam-1: #DAA520;
  --autumn-gleam-2: #B8860B;
  --autumn-gleam-3: #CD853F;
  --autumn-gleam-4: #A0522D;
  --autumn-gleam-5: #8B4513;
}

Tailwind config

theme: {
  extend: {
    colors: {
      "autumn-gleam": {
        1: "#DAA520",
        2: "#B8860B",
        3: "#CD853F",
        4: "#A0522D",
        5: "#8B4513",
      }
    }
  }
}

Related searches

autumn gold brown paletteharvest colors schemerustic golden gleamwarm earthy ui designcozy seasonal branding

Palette colors

Hex values

Color 1#DAA520
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Color 2#B8860B
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Color 3#CD853F
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Color 4#A0522D
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Color 5#8B4513
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