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Fjord Drift

Cool blues and grays that capture the serene, drifting clouds and deep waters of a majestic fjord.

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#2C3E50#5A7C93#8ABFCF#BDDEEC#415A6B

Palette guide

How to use Fjord Drift

Overview

The Fjord Drift palette captures the serene, drifting clouds and deep waters of a majestic fjord with its cool blues and grays. It features a deep navy, #2C3E50, a versatile mid-tone blue-grey, #5A7C93, and a lighter, atmospheric blue-grey, #415A6B. A bright sky blue, #8ABFCF, adds a crisp touch, while a very light, expansive blue, #BDDEEC, completes the set. This palette is ideal for designers seeking a calm, sophisticated, and professional aesthetic, evoking tranquility and clarity.

Best used for

  • Travel and tourism branding
  • Environmental organization websites
  • Nautical or marine product design
  • Corporate and tech company branding
  • Calm and intuitive user interfaces
  • Luxury lifestyle marketing

Suggested color roles

primary

Utilize #2C3E50 as a strong, grounding primary color for main headings, navigation, or as a deep background.

secondary

Apply #5A7C93 for secondary elements, subheadings, or as a complementary background, reflecting water's depth.

accent

Incorporate #8ABFCF as a refreshing accent for calls to action, highlights, or illustrative elements, suggesting clear skies.

background

Use #BDDEEC as a light, expansive background color, providing excellent readability and an open, airy feel.

text

Employ #415A6B for body text and important information, ensuring a sophisticated tone and good contrast against lighter colors.

Accessibility notes

  • Text in #2C3E50 or #415A6B on a #BDDEEC background offers excellent contrast.
  • Be cautious using #8ABFCF for small text elements; ensure readability against its background.
  • For interactive elements, ensure their states (e.g., hover, active) provide sufficient contrast.
  • Avoid using #5A7C93 text on #415A6B, as the contrast might be insufficient for accessibility standards.

Recommended combinations

Deep Waters

Creates a profound and stable feel, perfect for robust branding or foundational sections.

#2C3E50 · #415A6B · #5A7C93

Clear Sky

Offers a light and airy combination, ideal for backgrounds, headers, or serene visual elements.

#BDDEEC · #8ABFCF · #5A7C93

Horizon Line

Provides a balanced and atmospheric blend, suitable for content blocks or visual storytelling.

#5A7C93 · #2C3E50 · #BDDEEC

CSS variables

:root {
  --fjord-drift-1: #2C3E50;
  --fjord-drift-2: #5A7C93;
  --fjord-drift-3: #8ABFCF;
  --fjord-drift-4: #BDDEEC;
  --fjord-drift-5: #415A6B;
}

Tailwind config

theme: {
  extend: {
    colors: {
      "fjord-drift": {
        1: "#2C3E50",
        2: "#5A7C93",
        3: "#8ABFCF",
        4: "#BDDEEC",
        5: "#415A6B",
      }
    }
  }
}

Related searches

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Palette colors

Hex values

Color 1#2C3E50
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Color 2#5A7C93
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Color 3#8ABFCF
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Color 4#BDDEEC
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Color 5#415A6B
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Accessibility

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