Palette

Frosted Holly Berries

The crisp beauty of winter with vibrant red berries contrasting against muted frosty greens.

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A bolder treatment that stretches the primary and secondary colors across a full gradient banner.

Data visualization

#8B0000#BC2C1A#E4BCC5#2F4F4F#5F9EA0

Palette guide

How to use Frosted Holly Berries

Overview

The Frosted Holly Berries palette captures the quintessential spirit of winter with a striking balance of traditional festive reds and cool, muted greens. This unique blend features the rich, deep red of #8B0000 and the vibrant orange-red of #BC2C1A, beautifully contrasted by the serene, dark green of #2F4F4F and the lighter teal-gray of #5F9EA0. The soft, rosy pink of #E4BCC5 adds a delicate, frosty touch, bridging the warm and cool elements. Ideal for designers creating holiday-themed content, nature-inspired projects, or seeking a palette that combines warmth with a refreshing coolness for a balanced, inviting aesthetic.

Best used for

Holiday season marketing and greeting card designs
Nature-themed websites, blogs, or educational content
Festive event invitations and party decor
UI/UX for seasonal apps or e-commerce promotions
Branding for artisanal products with a natural, wintery feel
Digital illustrations depicting winter landscapes or botanicals

Suggested color roles

primary

#8B0000 - A strong, classic deep red, perfect for main headings, calls to action, or prominent brand elements that need to convey warmth and tradition.

secondary

#2F4F4F - A deep, cool slate green that provides an excellent counterpoint to the reds, ideal for subheadings, navigation, or grounding background sections.

accent

#BC2C1A - This vibrant, slightly orange-red can highlight key information or interactive elements, adding an energetic spark.

background

#E4BCC5 - A soft, muted pink-beige that offers a gentle, frosty backdrop, allowing the richer reds and greens to stand out beautifully.

text

#8B0000 - For primary body text against #E4BCC5 or a clean white, ensuring good readability. A very dark charcoal would also work well.

Accessibility notes

Ensure #8B0000 and #2F4F4F provide sufficient contrast when used for text against light backgrounds like #E4BCC5.
Avoid using #E4BCC5 or #5F9EA0 for small text against white, as contrast will be poor.
Use the darker reds and greens for interactive elements to ensure visibility.
White text on #8B0000 or #2F4F4F will meet WCAG AA contrast standards and is highly recommended for readability.

Recommended combinations

Classic Winter

A timeless combination for holiday themes, balancing traditional red and green with a frosty touch.

#8B0000 · #2F4F4F · #E4BCC5

Berry Bright

Creates a lively yet balanced feel, good for accents and secondary information against a soft background.

#BC2C1A · #5F9EA0 · #E4BCC5

Deep Contrast

Use for strong headlines and prominent features, where the reds and greens provide bold contrast.

#8B0000 · #2F4F4F · #BC2C1A

CSS variables

:root {
  --frosted-holly-berries-1: #8B0000;
  --frosted-holly-berries-2: #BC2C1A;
  --frosted-holly-berries-3: #E4BCC5;
  --frosted-holly-berries-4: #2F4F4F;
  --frosted-holly-berries-5: #5F9EA0;
}

Tailwind config

theme: {
  extend: {
    colors: {
      "frosted-holly-berries": {
        1: "#8B0000",
        2: "#BC2C1A",
        3: "#E4BCC5",
        4: "#2F4F4F",
        5: "#5F9EA0",
      }
    }
  }
}

Hex values

Color 1#8B0000

Color 2#BC2C1A

Color 3#E4BCC5

Color 4#2F4F4F

Color 5#5F9EA0

Accessibility

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