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Worn Book Pages

Muted, earthy tones evoke the aged pages and leather bindings of forgotten stories and historical documents.

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#D8C6A5#B3A48C#8C7C6B#6B5A4E#4E3E34

Palette guide

How to use Worn Book Pages

Overview

The Worn Book Pages palette captures the muted, earthy tones of aged paper and leather-bound books, evoking a sense of history and nostalgia. With deep browns like #4E3E34 and #6B5A4E, complemented by lighter, parchment-like shades such as #B3A48C and #D8C6A5, this palette is inherently vintage and warm. Designers and developers can leverage these hues to create interfaces and branding that feel authentic, storied, and inviting. The inclusion of #8C7C6B provides a versatile mid-tone, making it perfect for projects that aim for a classic, literary, or retro aesthetic.

Best used for

  • Literary blogs and publishing websites
  • Vintage photography filters and presets
  • Coffee shop and bookstore branding
  • Historical society and museum materials
  • Antique store aesthetics and e-commerce
  • Cozy reading application interfaces

Suggested color roles

primary

#4E3E34 serves as a deep, rich sepia brown, ideal for foundational elements, headers, or strong accents.

secondary

#6B5A4E provides a warm, aged brown, suitable for secondary content blocks or textural backgrounds.

accent

#B3A48C offers a parchment-like highlight, perfect for subtle interactive states or decorative details.

background

#D8C6A5 acts as a light, aged paper base, providing a warm and inviting canvas.

text

#4E3E34 is a dark brown that ensures excellent legibility for body text, or use charcoal for universal readability.

Accessibility notes

  • Ensure #4E3E34 on #D8C6A5 provides excellent contrast for body text (WCAG AA).
  • Verify sufficient contrast for #6B5A4E when used as text on lighter backgrounds like #D8C6A5.
  • Use #B3A48C for text sparingly, primarily for large headings or accents, and verify contrast carefully.
  • Avoid using #D8C6A5 as text on white or very light backgrounds due to potential low contrast.

Recommended combinations

Aged Leather

Creates a rich, layered effect reminiscent of old book bindings and deep shadows.

#4E3E34 · #6B5A4E · #8C7C6B

Sepia Scroll

Ideal for lighter sections, evoking the faded, delicate quality of old paper.

#8C7C6B · #B3A48C · #D8C6A5

Vintage Read

A balanced trio for general UI, offering clear hierarchy with a warm, nostalgic feel.

#4E3E34 · #D8C6A5 · #6B5A4E

CSS variables

:root {
  --worn-book-pages-1: #D8C6A5;
  --worn-book-pages-2: #B3A48C;
  --worn-book-pages-3: #8C7C6B;
  --worn-book-pages-4: #6B5A4E;
  --worn-book-pages-5: #4E3E34;
}

Tailwind config

theme: {
  extend: {
    colors: {
      "worn-book-pages": {
        1: "#D8C6A5",
        2: "#B3A48C",
        3: "#8C7C6B",
        4: "#6B5A4E",
        5: "#4E3E34",
      }
    }
  }
}

Related searches

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Palette colors

Hex values

Color 1#D8C6A5
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Color 2#B3A48C
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Color 3#8C7C6B
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Color 4#6B5A4E
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Color 5#4E3E34
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Accessibility

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