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Crimson Wine Cellar

Deep, luxurious crimsons and merlot hues, reminiscent of an aged wine cellar's treasures.

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Data visualization

#3A121A#5C1F2B#8C2D3E#B23E51#D15B6E

Palette guide

How to use Crimson Wine Cellar

Overview

The Crimson Wine Cellar palette presents deep, luxurious crimsons and merlot hues, reminiscent of an aged wine cellar's treasures. Ranging from profound #3A121A and #5C1F2B to rich #8C2D3E and #B23E51, this collection is perfect for projects demanding elegance, sophistication, and a timeless appeal. Designers can leverage its opulent range for luxurious branding or refined digital interfaces. Developers will find these distinct hex codes valuable for crafting harmonious gradients, defining clear visual hierarchies, and creating an immersive experience that speaks to heritage, connoisseurship, and understated luxury across mediums.

Best used for

  • Winery and fine spirits branding
  • Luxury lifestyle websites and apps
  • High-end restaurant or bar design
  • Elegant event invitations and decor
  • Fashion and jewelry campaigns with a mature feel
  • Editorial content on gourmet food or travel

Suggested color roles

primary

#5C1F2B for a deep, sophisticated base that exudes luxury and depth.

secondary

#8C2D3E to introduce a rich, vibrant layer, suitable for prominent headings or key content areas.

accent

#B23E51 for elegant highlights or calls to action that draw attention without being flashy.

background

#3A121A provides a profound, shadowy backdrop, enhancing the richness of other crimson tones.

text

A crisp white, soft gold, or very light cream against darker shades for optimal readability.

Accessibility notes

  • Ensure very high contrast for text on #3A121A and #5C1F2B backgrounds; light text is essential.
  • Text in #8C2D3E or #B23E51 will likely need a light background for readability.
  • Be cautious using #D15B6E as text on #B23E51 due to potential low contrast.
  • For interactive elements, ensure clear visual cues beyond color, especially with a monochrome palette of deep reds.

Recommended combinations

Aged Depth

Ideal for creating a deep, luxurious gradient in backgrounds or large design elements.

#3A121A · #5C1F2B · #8C2D3E

Merlot Accent

Perfect for elegant calls to action or prominent highlight elements.

#8C2D3E · #B23E51 · #5C1F2B

Cellar Hues

Great for softer transitions, background textures, or subtle atmospheric effects.

#B23E51 · #D15B6E · #8C2D3E

CSS variables

:root {
  --crimson-wine-cellar-2-1: #3A121A;
  --crimson-wine-cellar-2-2: #5C1F2B;
  --crimson-wine-cellar-2-3: #8C2D3E;
  --crimson-wine-cellar-2-4: #B23E51;
  --crimson-wine-cellar-2-5: #D15B6E;
}

Tailwind config

theme: {
  extend: {
    colors: {
      "crimson-wine-cellar-2": {
        1: "#3A121A",
        2: "#5C1F2B",
        3: "#8C2D3E",
        4: "#B23E51",
        5: "#D15B6E",
      }
    }
  }
}

Related searches

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Palette colors

Hex values

Color 1#3A121A
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Color 2#5C1F2B
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Color 3#8C2D3E
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Color 4#B23E51
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Color 5#D15B6E
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Accessibility

Contrast checker

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4.2:1AA18
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3.2:1AA18
2.1:1Fail
1.5:1Fail

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