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Baroque Jewel Box

A rich and dramatic palette of deep reds, glistening gold, and metallic greys for a luxurious feel.

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Data visualization

#800000#CD5C5C#DAA520#708090#DCDCDC

Palette guide

How to use Baroque Jewel Box

Overview

The Baroque Jewel Box palette offers a rich and dramatic collection of deep reds, glistening gold, and metallic greys, creating a truly luxurious feel. This vibrant palette features a powerful maroon #800000, a striking Indian red #CD5C5C, and a brilliant goldenrod #DAA520. Designers can harness these opulent hues to create sophisticated, high-impact designs for luxury brands, artistic ventures, or dramatic digital experiences. Developers will find these bold colors excellent for establishing a strong visual presence and conveying prestige and elegance. The cool slate grey #708090 and light silver #DCDCDC provide a metallic contrast, perfect for evoking a sense of ornate historical grandeur and refined drama.

Best used for

  • Luxury brand marketing
  • High-end event design
  • Art gallery promotions
  • Regal fashion editorials
  • Theatrical production sets
  • Prestige jewelry displays

Suggested color roles

primary

#800000 - A deep, regal maroon, excellent for powerful branding, main calls to action, or dramatic backgrounds.

secondary

#CD5C5C - A vibrant, striking Indian red, perfect for important highlights, interactive elements, or eye-catching accents.

accent

#DAA520 - A brilliant goldenrod, ideal for ornate details, prestigious emblems, or dazzling highlights.

background

#DCDCDC - A light, neutral silver-grey, excellent for providing a crisp, elegant canvas that makes the reds and gold pop.

text

A deep black or #800000 for primary body text on light backgrounds, ensuring high contrast and a luxurious, readable appearance.

Accessibility notes

  • Ensure #800000 or a dark grey text on #DCDCDC background meets WCAG AA contrast for readability.
  • Avoid using #CD5C5C or #DAA520 for small text on #DCDCDC background due to poor contrast.
  • Use #708090 for larger headings or decorative elements, as it provides a metallic feel but less contrast.
  • Provide clear visual indicators for interactive elements, especially when using gold on light backgrounds.

Recommended combinations

Regal Contrast

A striking combination of deep maroon and brilliant gold on a light grey background for high impact.

#800000 · #DAA520 · #DCDCDC

Metallic Drama

Creates a sophisticated blend of red and metallic grey, anchored by deep maroon for depth.

#CD5C5C · #708090 · #800000

Gilded Grey

A light, elegant background with a dazzling gold accent, complemented by a metallic grey for refinement.

#DCDCDC · #DAA520 · #708090

CSS variables

:root {
  --baroque-jewel-box-1: #800000;
  --baroque-jewel-box-2: #CD5C5C;
  --baroque-jewel-box-3: #DAA520;
  --baroque-jewel-box-4: #708090;
  --baroque-jewel-box-5: #DCDCDC;
}

Tailwind config

theme: {
  extend: {
    colors: {
      "baroque-jewel-box": {
        1: "#800000",
        2: "#CD5C5C",
        3: "#DAA520",
        4: "#708090",
        5: "#DCDCDC",
      }
    }
  }
}

Related searches

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Palette colors

Hex values

Color 1#800000
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Color 2#CD5C5C
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Color 3#DAA520
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Color 4#708090
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Color 5#DCDCDC
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Accessibility

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