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Old Parchment Map

Warm, muted tones evoking the aged elegance of ancient maps and weathered scrolls.

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#5E4D3E#7F6C5B#A08B7A#C0B0A0#E0D5C7

Palette guide

How to use Old Parchment Map

Overview

The "Old Parchment Map" palette is a collection of warm, muted tones that perfectly evoke the aged elegance of ancient maps and weathered scrolls. It spans from a deep, rich brown (#5E4D3E) to a light, parchment-like cream (#E0D5C7), including warm intermediate browns such as #7F6C5B, #A08B7A, and #C0B0A0. This palette is incredibly useful for designers and developers aiming to create a sense of history, adventure, and understated charm. The cohesive range of earthy browns and beiges provides a versatile foundation for projects that require a vintage or traditional aesthetic, ensuring a harmonious and inviting user experience.

Best used for

  • Adventure game user interfaces
  • Travel blog design
  • Historical fiction branding
  • Antique dealer websites
  • Rustic event decor
  • Packaging for artisanal coffee

Suggested color roles

primary

Use #7F6C5B as a prominent color for headings, main navigation, or key interactive elements, providing a warm and inviting anchor.

secondary

Apply #A08B7A for supporting content areas, subheadings, or as a background for secondary information, offering a softer, harmonious tone.

accent

Employ #C0B0A0 as a light, subtle highlight for borders, delicate illustrations, or hover effects, adding gentle definition.

background

Designate #E0D5C7 as the main background color, creating a clean, airy, and authentic parchment-like base for your design.

text

For primary body text, use #5E4D3E or a dark charcoal to ensure excellent readability and a classic ink-on-paper feel against lighter backgrounds.

Accessibility notes

  • Ensure #5E4D3E text has strong contrast against #E0D5C7 for optimal readability.
  • Avoid using #A08B7A as text on #C0B0A0 for small font sizes due to potential low contrast.
  • Use a darker color like black or #5E4D3E for body text on #A08B7A to meet WCAG standards.
  • Verify all interactive elements, such as buttons and links, meet accessibility contrast requirements.

Recommended combinations

Map Base

Creates a layered map effect: light background, mid-tone for landmasses, and deep brown for borders or labels.

#E0D5C7 · #A08B7A · #5E4D3E

Weathered Journey

Combines a warm primary with a light accent and the darkest shade for depth, ideal for panels or feature sections.

#7F6C5B · #C0B0A0 · #5E4D3E

Subtle Layers

Offers a gentle, gradual transition from light to mid-tone, perfect for subtle background gradients or layered UI elements.

#E0D5C7 · #C0B0A0 · #A08B7A

CSS variables

:root {
  --old-parchment-map-1: #5E4D3E;
  --old-parchment-map-2: #7F6C5B;
  --old-parchment-map-3: #A08B7A;
  --old-parchment-map-4: #C0B0A0;
  --old-parchment-map-5: #E0D5C7;
}

Tailwind config

theme: {
  extend: {
    colors: {
      "old-parchment-map": {
        1: "#5E4D3E",
        2: "#7F6C5B",
        3: "#A08B7A",
        4: "#C0B0A0",
        5: "#E0D5C7",
      }
    }
  }
}

Related searches

aged map colorsvintage parchment paletteearthy neutral schemehistorical travel designmuted brown beige

Palette colors

Hex values

Color 1#5E4D3E
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Color 2#7F6C5B
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Color 3#A08B7A
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Color 4#C0B0A0
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Color 5#E0D5C7
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Accessibility

Contrast checker

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3.8:1AA18
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3.5:1AA18
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3.8:1AA18
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5.6:1AA
3.5:1AA18
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