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Old Map Parchment

The delicate, faded beauty of antique maps and ancient parchments, whispering tales of exploration.

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Data visualization

#F5F5DC#F0E68C#6B8E23#704214#383D3B

Palette guide

How to use Old Map Parchment

Overview

The "Old Map Parchment" palette (3) captures the delicate, faded beauty of antique maps and ancient parchments. This earthy collection features the very light #F5F5DC, a soft #F0E68C (faded yellow), a muted #6B8E23 (olive green), a rich #704214 (dark brown), and a grounding #383D3B (charcoal). It's an ideal choice for designs aiming for a subtle, historic, or natural aesthetic, whispering tales of exploration and heritage. Designers can create a warm, inviting, and authentic experience, while developers will find these harmonious tones excellent for crafting user interfaces that feel both established and gently weathered.

Best used for

Historical society or archival websites and publications
Vintage-inspired stationery and journaling apps
Nature documentary branding or educational materials
E-commerce sites for antique goods or handcrafted items
Museum exhibition design and wayfinding
Personal blogs with a focus on history or travel

Suggested color roles

primary

Utilize #704214 as a deep, earthy brown for primary headings, important buttons, or a grounding base, like aged leather.

secondary

Apply #6B8E23 for supportive content blocks, navigation, or as a muted, natural green accent, representing landmasses.

accent

Employ #F0E68C as a soft, faded yellow accent for highlights, subtle decorative elements, or to mimic aged ink.

background

Use #F5F5DC as a very light, creamy parchment base for main content areas, providing a clean yet antique canvas.

text

For optimal readability on light backgrounds like #F5F5DC, use #383D3B or #704214. On darker backgrounds, #F5F5DC or a near-white color provides excellent contrast.

Accessibility notes

Ensure #383D3B text on #F5F5DC backgrounds meets WCAG AA contrast standards.
Be cautious when pairing #F0E68C text on #F5F5DC, as contrast will be insufficient for body copy.
Use #F5F5DC for text on #704214 or #383D3B to ensure good readability for all users.
Test all interactive elements (buttons, links) to confirm their color changes meet contrast requirements.

Recommended combinations

Parchment & Ink

Perfect for a classic document look: dark charcoal text on a light background, with a rich brown for headings or links.

#383D3B · #F5F5DC · #704214

Aged Map

Combine the brown and green for map features or layered elements, with the faded yellow as a subtle highlight.

#704214 · #6B8E23 · #F0E68C

Subtle Earth

Use the lightest shades for a soft, understated background and content, with the muted green for a gentle accent.

#F5F5DC · #F0E68C · #6B8E23

CSS variables

:root {
  --old-map-parchment-3-1: #F5F5DC;
  --old-map-parchment-3-2: #F0E68C;
  --old-map-parchment-3-3: #6B8E23;
  --old-map-parchment-3-4: #704214;
  --old-map-parchment-3-5: #383D3B;
}

Tailwind config

theme: {
  extend: {
    colors: {
      "old-map-parchment-3": {
        1: "#F5F5DC",
        2: "#F0E68C",
        3: "#6B8E23",
        4: "#704214",
        5: "#383D3B",
      }
    }
  }
}

Hex values

Color 1#F5F5DC

Color 2#F0E68C

Color 3#6B8E23

Color 4#704214

Color 5#383D3B

Accessibility

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