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Earthen Pot Glaze

Rich, grounding tones reminiscent of hand-fired pottery and ancient glazed earthenware.

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#6A3A2C#9E5844#C6816E#E0B7A8#8B4513

Palette guide

How to use Earthen Pot Glaze

Overview

This Earthen Pot Glaze palette offers a rich, harmonious range of deep reds and warm browns, evoking the essence of hand-fired pottery and ancient glazed earthenware. From the robust #6A3A2C (Dark Terracotta) to the softer #E0B7A8 (Light Clay), with the distinct #8B4513 (Saddle Brown) providing a strong anchor, designers will find these colors perfect for creating a sense of warmth, history, and craftsmanship. The palette's cohesive nature makes it excellent for branding, web design, or editorial layouts that require a comforting and grounded aesthetic.

Best used for

  • Traditional pottery brand identity
  • Historical reconstruction visuals
  • Rustic restaurant and cafe menus
  • Vintage-inspired website themes
  • Artisanal product packaging
  • Cozy blog and editorial layouts

Suggested color roles

primary

#6A3A2C (Dark Terracotta) provides a deep, strong foundation for branding, primary headings, and impactful elements.

secondary

#9E5844 (Medium Terracotta) offers a rich, inviting mid-tone for content blocks, subheadings, and UI elements.

accent

#8B4513 (Saddle Brown) serves as a warm, grounding accent that adds depth, contrast, and visual interest.

background

#E0B7A8 (Light Clay) creates a soft, muted background that allows the richer tones to stand out gently.

text

Use #6A3A2C or #8B4513 for primary text on lighter backgrounds like #E0B7A8, ensuring excellent readability.

Accessibility notes

  • The contrast between #6A3A2C and #E0B7A8 is good for body text, meeting WCAG AA standards.
  • Ensure #9E5844 has sufficient contrast when used for text on #E0B7A8, especially for smaller font sizes.
  • Avoid placing #C6816E on #E0B7A8 for small or essential text due to low contrast; reserve for decorative elements.
  • Consider using a very dark brown or off-black for general body text if legibility is paramount across all elements.

Recommended combinations

Glazed Depth

Create strong, earthy headers and main elements, providing depth and a sense of rich craftsmanship.

#6A3A2C · #9E5844 · #8B4513

Soft Clay

Apply gentle, layered appearances for backgrounds, secondary content, or subtle graphic elements.

#E0B7A8 · #C6816E · #9E5844

Rustic Harmony

Use a balanced trio for primary elements, accents, and background, creating a cohesive and warm design.

#8B4513 · #6A3A2C · #E0B7A8

CSS variables

:root {
  --earthen-pot-glaze-1: #6A3A2C;
  --earthen-pot-glaze-2: #9E5844;
  --earthen-pot-glaze-3: #C6816E;
  --earthen-pot-glaze-4: #E0B7A8;
  --earthen-pot-glaze-5: #8B4513;
}

Tailwind config

theme: {
  extend: {
    colors: {
      "earthen-pot-glaze": {
        1: "#6A3A2C",
        2: "#9E5844",
        3: "#C6816E",
        4: "#E0B7A8",
        5: "#8B4513",
      }
    }
  }
}

Related searches

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Palette colors

Hex values

Color 1#6A3A2C
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Color 2#9E5844
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Color 3#C6816E
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Color 4#E0B7A8
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Color 5#8B4513
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