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Sunbaked Terracotta

Rich, warm tones of baked earth and clay, reminiscent of sun-drenched pottery and desert landscapes.

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#B06500#CD853F#D2B48C#E0B670#8B4513

Palette guide

How to use Sunbaked Terracotta

Overview

The Sunbaked Terracotta palette presents a rich collection of warm, earthy tones, perfectly capturing the essence of baked earth and clay. This versatile set of five colors, including the deep #B06500, the inviting #CD853F, and the soft #D2B48C, is an excellent resource for designers and developers. The golden touch of #E0B670 adds a radiant highlight, while #8B4513 provides a strong, grounding brown. These hues are ideal for evoking natural landscapes, rustic charm, or artisanal craftsmanship, offering a cohesive and appealing visual language for both digital platforms and print materials that aim for an organic and comforting aesthetic.

Best used for

  • Branding for pottery studios or ceramic artists
  • Websites for eco-friendly or sustainable businesses
  • Interior design concepts for bohemian or rustic spaces
  • Packaging for organic food or natural skincare products
  • Digital art and illustrations with an earthy theme
  • Event stationery with a warm, natural feel

Suggested color roles

primary

Use #B06500 as a deep, defining primary color for headlines, logos, and key calls-to-action, conveying authenticity.

secondary

Apply #CD853F for supporting content, subheadings, or larger background sections to maintain warmth and approachability.

accent

Introduce #E0B670 for subtle highlights, interactive elements, or to add a touch of soft radiance.

background

Utilize #D2B48C as a light, sandy background, offering a natural and unobtrusive canvas for content.

text

For optimal readability, use #8B4513 or a dark charcoal on lighter backgrounds. White or light cream works well on #B06500 or #CD853F.

Accessibility notes

  • Ensure good contrast for text on #D2B48C and #E0B670; dark text is crucial.
  • Avoid using #E0B670 for small text on #D2B48C due to potential low contrast.
  • The deepest color, #8B4513, offers excellent contrast for white or light-colored text.
  • Check contrast ratios for #CD853F against background colors if used for important information.

Recommended combinations

Baked Earth

Creates a strong, earthy foundation, perfect for main sections or prominent brand elements.

#B06500 · #CD853F · #8B4513

Clay Glow

Ideal for soft, inviting backgrounds or illustrations where a gentle luminosity is desired.

#D2B48C · #E0B670 · #CD853F

Rustic Depth

Provides a balanced contrast, suitable for navigation, footers, or highlighting important information.

#8B4513 · #B06500 · #D2B48C

CSS variables

:root {
  --sunbaked-terracotta-2-1: #B06500;
  --sunbaked-terracotta-2-2: #CD853F;
  --sunbaked-terracotta-2-3: #D2B48C;
  --sunbaked-terracotta-2-4: #E0B670;
  --sunbaked-terracotta-2-5: #8B4513;
}

Tailwind config

theme: {
  extend: {
    colors: {
      "sunbaked-terracotta-2": {
        1: "#B06500",
        2: "#CD853F",
        3: "#D2B48C",
        4: "#E0B670",
        5: "#8B4513",
      }
    }
  }
}

Related searches

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Palette colors

Hex values

Color 1#B06500
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Color 2#CD853F
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Color 3#D2B48C
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Color 4#E0B670
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Color 5#8B4513
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