Color Palettes

Diverse Skin Tones Color Palette – HEX, RGB & Design Inspiration

Color Details

HEX: #3B2219

RGB: 59, 34, 25

HEX: #A16E4B

RGB: 161, 110, 75

HEX: #D4AA78

RGB: 212, 170, 120

HEX: #E6BC98

RGB: 230, 188, 152

HEX: #FFE7D1

RGB: 255, 231, 209

WCAG Accessibility Checker
Contrast ratios and WCAG compliance for text readability. AAA is enhanced conformance, AA is standard, and 4.5:1 minimum for normal text.

Text on White/Black Backgrounds

#3B2219
On White
14.7:1
AAA (Enhanced)
On Black
1.43:1
Fail
#A16E4B
On White
4.33:1
AA (Large Text)
On Black
4.85:1
AA (Standard)
#D4AA78
On White
2.14:1
Fail
On Black
9.82:1
AAA (Enhanced)
#E6BC98
On White
1.75:1
Fail
On Black
12.01:1
AAA (Enhanced)
#FFE7D1
On White
1.19:1
Fail
On Black
17.6:1
AAA (Enhanced)

Color Pair Combinations (10 total)

#3B2219 / #FFE7D1
12.32:1
AAA (Enhanced)
#3B2219 / #E6BC98
8.41:1
AAA (Enhanced)
#3B2219 / #D4AA78
6.87:1
AA (Standard)
#A16E4B / #FFE7D1
3.63:1
AA (Large Text)
#3B2219 / #A16E4B
3.39:1
AA (Large Text)
#A16E4B / #E6BC98
2.48:1
Fail
#A16E4B / #D4AA78
2.03:1
Fail
#D4AA78 / #FFE7D1
1.79:1
Fail
#E6BC98 / #FFE7D1
1.47:1
Fail
#D4AA78 / #E6BC98
1.22:1
Fail

WCAG Contrast Standards:

  • AAA (7:1): Enhanced contrast for maximum readability
  • AA (4.5:1): Minimum for normal text (under 18pt)
  • AA Large (3:1): Acceptable for large text (18pt+ or 14pt+ bold)
  • Fail: Below WCAG standards, not recommended for text
Live UI Preview
See your palette applied to real components with optimized text colors for accessibility
WCAG Guidelines

Recommended Text Colors

Aa
Primary
14.7:1 (AAA)
Aa
Secondary
4.85:1 (AA)
Aa
Accent
9.82:1 (AAA)
Aa
Background
12.01:1 (AAA)
Aa
Neutral
17.6:1 (AAA)

Buttons

Optimized for readability
Primary: 14.7:1 AAA
Secondary: 4.85:1 AA
Accent: 9.82:1 AAA

Form Elements

Don't have an account? Sign up

Badges & Tags

PrimarySecondaryAccentNeutralOutline

Alerts & Notifications

Information

This is an informational message using your primary color

Gradient Generator
Create beautiful gradients from your palette colors. Copy the CSS code and use directly in your projects.

Horizontal (Left to Right)

background: linear-gradient(to right, #3B2219 0%, #A16E4B 25%, #D4AA78 50%, #E6BC98 75%, #FFE7D1 100%);

Vertical (Top to Bottom)

background: linear-gradient(to bottom, #3B2219 0%, #A16E4B 25%, #D4AA78 50%, #E6BC98 75%, #FFE7D1 100%);

Diagonal (Top Left to Bottom Right)

background: linear-gradient(to bottom right, #3B2219 0%, #A16E4B 25%, #D4AA78 50%, #E6BC98 75%, #FFE7D1 100%);

Usage Tips:

  • Copy the CSS code and paste directly into your stylesheets
  • Linear gradients work great for backgrounds and hero sections
  • Radial gradients are perfect for spotlights and focus effects
  • Conic gradients create eye-catching loading spinners and progress indicators
  • Smooth transitions ensure seamless color blending
Color Blindness Simulator
See how your palette appears to people with different types of color vision deficiency (CVD). Approximately 8% of males and 0.5% of females have some form of color blindness.

Normal Vision

No color vision deficiency

Color Swatches

#3B2219

#A16E4B

#D4AA78

#E6BC98

#FFE7D1

Full Palette View

How people with Normal Vision see it:

Color Psychology & Brand Analysis
Understand the emotional impact, brand personality, and psychological effects of your color palette

Overall Mood & Feel

Energetic, warm, and inviting

Emotional Impact

Stimulating and energetic, evoking feelings of excitement, warmth, and action. The balanced lightness creates versatility across different contexts

Psychological Effect

This 5-color palette creates a energetic, warm, and inviting. It stimulates activity and engagement, increasing heart rate and mental alertness. The combination works together to create memorable visual experiences that influence consumer perception, decision-making, and brand recall. The rich variety provides versatility while maintaining cohesive emotional messaging across touchpoints.

Brand Personality Traits

Innovative
Fun
Approachable
Energetic
Youth-oriented

Perfect For These Industries

Tech Startups
Creative Agencies
Sports
Children's Products

Target Audience

Young, trend-conscious consumers (18-35) who value creativity and self-expression

Individual Color Psychology

#3B2219

Cheerful and inviting

Emotions Evoked

Enthusiasm
Creativity
Adventure
Warmth
Vitality

Personality Traits

Friendly
Optimistic
Adventurous
Creative
Confident

Brand Traits

Innovative
Fun
Approachable
Energetic
Youth-oriented

Ideal Industries

Tech Startups
Creative Agencies
Sports
Children's Products
Entertainment

Marketing Use

Stimulates activity and socialization, creates a sense of fun and affordability. Excellent for CTAs, impulse purchases, and youth marketing.

Cultural Meanings

Western: Enthusiasm, creativity, success, encouragement
Eastern: Spirituality, transformation, good fortune
Global: Energy, balance between red's passion and yellow's joy

Color Harmony Analysis

Palette Mood

Dark & BoldBalancedLight & Airy

Temperature

Warm

This palette combines dark & bold and balanced and light & airy moods with warm tones, making it versatile for various design applications.

Professional Implementation Guide

This monochromatic diverse skin tones palette features 5 carefully selected warm tones that create a energetic and passionate aesthetic. With high contrast levels and moderate saturation, this palette is optimized for web interfaces and mobile apps.

Web Design & Development

For web development, implement this palette with CSS variables for easy theme switching. The high contrast makes it ideal for accessible interfaces meeting WCAG AA standards.

  • Apply the 60-30-10 rule for visual hierarchy
  • Use accent colors for CTAs and hover states
  • Maintain consistent color usage across all pages
  • Test responsive behavior on multiple devices

Mobile App Interfaces

In mobile applications, these warm tones provide excellent battery efficiency on OLED screens. Use the strong color contrast to define clear touch targets.

  • Design both light and dark mode variants
  • Consider thumb-reach zones for color placement
  • Test under direct sunlight and low light
  • Use color to indicate interactive elements

Brand Identity Systems

Build a cohesive brand identity by designating specific colors for specific purposes. Establish your primary brand color from the most distinctive shade and create comprehensive brand guidelines specifying exact usage scenarios.

  • Define primary, secondary, and accent colors
  • Create usage rules for marketing materials
  • Specify minimum sizes and clear space
  • Document do's and don'ts for consistency

Frontend Development

Developers can integrate this palette efficiently using modern CSS techniques. Export as CSS variables for maximum flexibility, allowing theme switching and dynamic color updates without rewriting stylesheets.

  • Use CSS custom properties for theming
  • Implement semantic color naming conventions
  • Create utility classes for rapid prototyping
  • Consider CSS-in-JS for component-scoped colors

Print Design

For print materials, convert to CMYK using #3B2219 as the dominant color for headers and #FFE7D1 for accents. These colors translate well to print with minimal adjustment.

  • Add to your design software color library
  • Create swatches for quick color access
  • Use CMYK values for print production
  • Request color proofs before final print

Marketing Campaigns

Marketing materials benefit from consistent color usage that reinforces brand recognition. Apply this palette across email campaigns, landing pages, advertisements, and social media for maximum impact and memorability.

  • Maintain color consistency across channels
  • A/B test color variations for conversion
  • Consider cultural color associations
  • Align colors with campaign messaging

Strategic Color Distribution

Professional designers follow the 60-30-10 rule for balanced color distribution. Here's how to apply this principle with the Diverse Skin Tones:

60%

Dominant Color

#3B2219

Use #3B2219 as your primary color for backgrounds, main content areas. This orange tone should occupy about 60% of your design space.

30%

Secondary Color

#D4AA78

Apply #D4AA78 as your secondary color for supporting elements and section dividers. Allocate approximately 30% of your layout to this color.

10%

Accent Color

#FFE7D1

Reserve #FFE7D1 for accent elements like buttons, links, and important highlights. This orange accent should be used sparingly (10% of design) to draw attention to key actions.

Professional Best Practices

Smart Usage Tips

  • Balance warm tones with neutral whites or grays to create visual breathing room
  • Test your palette across different devices and lighting conditions before finalizing

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't use all colors equally—establish clear visual hierarchy through color weight
  • Avoid low-contrast text combinations that strain readability
  • Don't rely solely on color to convey meaning (use icons, text, and patterns too)
  • Avoid inconsistent color usage across different pages or screens
  • Don't assume screen colors match print output—always request physical proofs

Palette Overview & Statistics

5

Total Colors

3

Associated Tags

6

Categories

3758

Community Likes

Color Analysis & Technical Guide

Detailed breakdown of each color's role, characteristics, and optimal applications. This monochromatic palette creates a energetic and passionate aesthetic perfect for web interfaces and mobile apps.

Individual Color Breakdown

Each color in this warm palette has been analyzed for its properties and ideal usage scenarios. The high contrast and moderate saturation ensure excellent readability and accessibility.

  • #3B2219

    ORANGE

    #3B2219 serves as the primary/dominant color in this palette. This dark orange (moderately saturated) brings creativity and enthusiasm Use it for headers, navigation bars, and brand elements.

    Dark toneH: 16°S: 40%L: 16%
  • #A16E4B

    ORANGE

    #A16E4B serves as the secondary/supporting color in this palette. This medium orange (moderately saturated) brings creativity and enthusiasm Use it for cards, borders, section dividers, and supporting UI components.

    Dark toneH: 24°S: 36%L: 46%
  • #D4AA78

    ORANGE

    #D4AA78 serves as the secondary/supporting color in this palette. This medium orange (moderately saturated) brings creativity and enthusiasm Use it for cards, borders, section dividers, and supporting UI components.

    Light toneH: 33°S: 52%L: 65%
  • #E6BC98

    ORANGE

    #E6BC98 serves as the secondary/supporting color in this palette. This light orange (highly saturated) brings creativity and enthusiasm Use it for cards, borders, section dividers, and supporting UI components.

    Light toneH: 28°S: 61%L: 75%
  • #FFE7D1

    ORANGE

    #FFE7D1 serves as the accent/highlight color in this palette. This light orange (highly saturated) brings creativity and enthusiasm Use it for call-to-action buttons, links, important notifications, and interactive elements.

    Light toneH: 29°S: 100%L: 91%

Palette Characteristics

This palette exhibits distinct characteristics that make it particularly suitable for specific design applications and industries.

Color Temperaturewarm

Warm colors create energy, excitement, and approachability. Perfect for brands targeting emotional connection.

Contrast Levelhigh

High contrast ensures excellent readability and meets WCAG accessibility standards for most text combinations.

Saturationmoderate

Moderate saturation balances visual interest with professional restraint.

Brightness Rangebalanced

Balanced brightness provides flexibility for both light and dark design elements.

💡 Pro Tips for This Palette

  • Perfect for: web interfaces, mobile apps, marketing materials, youth brands. The monochromatic color relationship creates natural visual flow.
  • Mood & Psychology: This palette evokes a energetic and passionate feeling, making it ideal for brands seeking to convey those qualities.
  • Accessibility: Excellent contrast makes this palette naturally accessible. Most color combinations will meet WCAG AA standards.
  • Extensions: Create tints (add white) and shades (add black) to expand this 5-color palette into a comprehensive design system.
  • Cultural Context: Warm colors may have different meanings across cultures—verify associations with your target market.

Export Formats

JSON
CSS Variables
Tailwind Config
SCSS Variables
Android XML

Explore Diverse Skin Tones Palette

The Diverse Skin Tones color palette is a masterful blend of warm, inviting hues that evoke a sense of inclusivity and connection. At its core, this palette is a celebration of the beauty and diversity of human skin tones, with each shade carefully selected to evoke a sense of comfort, approachability, and warmth. The palette's monochromatic scheme, which flows seamlessly from the deep, rich tone of 3B2219 to the soft, golden hue of FFE7D1, creates a sense of balance and harmony that is both soothing and uplifting.

As we delve deeper into the palette, we find that each shade plays a distinct role in creating this sense of warmth and inclusivity. The 3B2219, with its deep, reddish-brown undertones, provides a sense of foundation and grounding, while the A16E4B adds a touch of earthy warmth and depth. The D4AA78, with its soft, coral-like undertones, brings a sense of vitality and energy to the palette, while the E6BC98 adds a touch of softness and subtlety. Finally, the FFE7D1, with its light, golden hue, provides a sense of brightness and airiness, lifting the palette and creating a sense of openness and approachability. Throughout the palette, we also see hints of red and gray, which add depth and complexity to the overall color scheme, while the coral tones bring a sense of playfulness and whimsy.

The Diverse Skin Tones palette is incredibly versatile, making it an excellent choice for a wide range of design applications, from websites and apps to branding and marketing materials. Its warm, inviting hues make it particularly well-suited for designs that aim to create a sense of comfort and connection, such as healthcare or wellness websites, or for designs that aim to evoke a sense of community and inclusivity, such as social media platforms or non-profit organizations. The palette's bold, modern feel also makes it an excellent choice for designs that aim to make a statement, such as fashion or beauty websites, or for designs that aim to evoke a sense of excitement and energy, such as entertainment or lifestyle websites.

The colors in the Diverse Skin Tones palette also have a profound impact on viewer perception and behavior, with each shade influencing our emotions and reactions in subtle yet powerful ways. The warm, golden hues of the palette, such as D4AA78 and E6BC98, can create a sense of relaxation and calmness, while the deeper, richer tones, such as 3B2219 and A16E4B, can create a sense of excitement and energy. The light, airy hue of FFE7D1 can also create a sense of joy and uplift, making it an excellent choice for designs that aim to inspire and motivate. By carefully selecting and combining these colors, designers can create a powerful emotional resonance with their audience, drawing them in and engaging them on a deep and meaningful level.

For designers looking to get the most out of the Diverse Skin Tones palette, there are a few key tips and tricks to keep in mind. One of the most effective ways to use this palette is to pair it with complementary colors, such as blues or greens, which can create a sense of contrast and visual interest. The palette also pairs beautifully with neutral shades, such as beige or gray, which can help to balance out its bold, vibrant hues. In terms of design best practices, it's also a good idea to use the palette's deeper, richer tones as accents, and to reserve the lighter, more airy hues for backgrounds and textures. By following these tips and experimenting with different combinations and applications, designers can unlock the full potential of the Diverse Skin Tones palette, creating designs that are both beautiful and effective.

Palette Image

Below is the generated palette image showing all colors in a vertical layout. Perfect for sharing on social media or using as a reference.

Diverse Skin Tones image

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about using and implementing the diverse skin tones palette effectively in your projects.