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Russet Harvest Flame

The vibrant, fiery hues of autumn leaves, burning with the last warmth of the harvest sun.

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

Data visualization

#8B0000#B22222#D35400#FF4500#FF8C00

Palette guide

How to use Russet Harvest Flame

Overview

The Russet Harvest Flame palette is a vibrant celebration of autumn's fiery spirit, capturing the intense reds and oranges of peak fall foliage. It features a deep, powerful #8B0000 (Dark Red) alongside the slightly brighter #B22222 (Firebrick), setting a bold foundation. Complementing these are the rich, earthy orange of #D35400 (Pumpkin), the striking intensity of #FF4500 (Orange Red), and the luminous warmth of #FF8C00 (Dark Orange). This energetic palette is perfect for designs that aim to evoke excitement, warmth, and a festive autumnal feel. Designers and developers will find it ideal for creating dynamic visual experiences, brand identities, or marketing materials that demand attention and convey a sense of passion and vibrancy.

Best used for

  • Autumnal event promotions and flyers
  • Food and beverage branding (e.g., pumpkin spice, fall harvest)
  • Vibrant, energetic website headers
  • Seasonal marketing campaigns
  • Children's book illustrations or educational materials
  • Festive holiday decorations and packaging

Suggested color roles

primary

#FF4500 - Use this bold, vivid orange-red for immediate impact in calls-to-action, prominent headlines, or main brand elements.

secondary

#D35400 - A deep, earthy orange that can support the primary, used for subheadings, larger text blocks, or secondary UI elements.

accent

#FF8C00 - This bright, warm orange is perfect for highlighting key information, interactive elements, or adding a playful, energetic touch.

background

#B22222 - A rich, deep red that provides a warm, solid background, especially effective when paired with lighter text.

text

#8B0000 or a very dark brown/charcoal. For lighter backgrounds, use #8B0000 for body text. For darker backgrounds, a crisp white or light cream is essential.

Accessibility notes

  • Ensure high contrast when pairing vibrant colors like #FF4500 or #FF8C00 with text; often, black or very dark text works best.
  • Avoid using #FF4500 and #FF8C00 adjacent to each other for small text or critical information due to potential colorblindness issues.
  • #8B0000 provides a strong, readable base for body text on light or white backgrounds.
  • When using #B22222 as a background, ensure text is white or a light, contrasting color for readability.

Recommended combinations

Fiery Core

Powerful and eye-catching, ideal for hero banners, urgent calls-to-action, or energetic brand statements.

#FF4500 · #D35400 · #8B0000

Harvest Glow

Creates a warm, inviting feel with good contrast, suitable for landing pages, product showcases, or engaging content.

#FF8C00 · #B22222 · #D35400

Deep Ember

For a more grounded yet vibrant look, perfect for headers, footers, or sections needing depth with a punch of color.

#8B0000 · #B22222 · #FF4500

CSS variables

:root {
  --russet-harvest-flame-1: #8B0000;
  --russet-harvest-flame-2: #B22222;
  --russet-harvest-flame-3: #D35400;
  --russet-harvest-flame-4: #FF4500;
  --russet-harvest-flame-5: #FF8C00;
}

Tailwind config

theme: {
  extend: {
    colors: {
      "russet-harvest-flame": {
        1: "#8B0000",
        2: "#B22222",
        3: "#D35400",
        4: "#FF4500",
        5: "#FF8C00",
      }
    }
  }
}

Related searches

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Palette colors

Hex values

Color 1#8B0000
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Color 2#B22222
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Color 3#D35400
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Color 4#FF4500
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Color 5#FF8C00
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