Imperial Topaz Color Palette
#C8782E · #E09A4A · #F0DCB0 · #4A2A14
Use #C8782E as the background. Use #E09A4A as the primary accent. Use #F0DCB0 as secondary. Use #4A2A14 as body text/supporting color. Palette mood: Imperial Topaz — royal, warm, vintage, sunset.
Hex Codes, RGB & CMYK Color Values
Technical breakdown for the Imperial Topaz color scheme. Use these values for web design (HEX/RGB), print projects (CMYK), or specialized design software (HSL).
| Swatch | Design Role | HEX | RGB | CMYK | HSL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Background Luminance: 25.9% | 200, 120, 46 | 0%, 40%, 77%, 22% | 29°, 63%, 48% | ||
| Primary Accent Luminance: 39.5% | 224, 154, 74 | 0%, 31%, 67%, 12% | 32°, 71%, 58% | ||
| Secondary Luminance: 72.8% | 240, 220, 176 | 0%, 8%, 27%, 6% | 41°, 68%, 82% | ||
| Body Text Luminance: 3.2% | 74, 42, 20 | 0%, 43%, 73%, 71% | 24°, 57%, 18% |
Imperial Topaz Tints & Shades
Hover states, borders and elevation need lighter and darker steps of your base colors. Here are computed tints and shades for every color in the Imperial Topaz palette — click any swatch to copy its hex.
Imperial Topaz Palette Contrast Matrix (WCAG 2.1)
Every color tested as text on every other color as background. Body copy needs 4.5:1 (AA), large text and UI components 3:1. AAA requires 7:1.
| Text on Background | Preview | Ratio | Grade | Safe For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #4A2A14 on #F0DCB0 |
Aa Sample Text
| 9.54:1 | AAA | Body text, headings, UI |
| #F0DCB0 on #4A2A14 |
Aa Sample Text
| 9.54:1 | AAA | Body text, headings, UI |
| #4A2A14 on #E09A4A |
Aa Sample Text
| 5.45:1 | AA | Body text, UI |
| #E09A4A on #4A2A14 |
Aa Sample Text
| 5.45:1 | AA | Body text, UI |
| #4A2A14 on #C8782E |
Aa Sample Text
| 3.79:1 | Fail | Large headings, UI components |
| #C8782E on #4A2A14 |
Aa Sample Text
| 3.79:1 | Fail | Large headings, UI components |
| #F0DCB0 on #C8782E |
Aa Sample Text
| 2.52:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #C8782E on #F0DCB0 |
Aa Sample Text
| 2.52:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #F0DCB0 on #E09A4A |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.75:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #E09A4A on #F0DCB0 |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.75:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #E09A4A on #C8782E |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.44:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
| #C8782E on #E09A4A |
Aa Sample Text
| 1.44:1 | Fail | Decorative use only |
Color Harmony: Analogous Scheme
The Imperial Topaz palette is built using a analogous relationship between its hues. This ensures that even with high-contrast accents, the overall scheme feels balanced and intentional.
A analogous palette is often preferred by professional designers because it creates a calm, serene atmosphere by using neighboring colors.
History & Design Context
Best Design Use Cases
Industries This Palette Suits
Colors That Pair Well With Imperial Topaz
Need a fifth color? These three companions are computed from the palette's own hue positions on the color wheel, so they extend the scheme without breaking its harmony.
directly opposite #E09A4A on the wheel — the strongest accent for CTAs and highlights when you need maximum energy
30° beside #E09A4A — a calm secondary that extends the palette without adding tension
a paper-white carrying the palette's own hue — perfect for surfaces and dividers
Using Imperial Topaz Without Breaking Accessibility
- Avoid #E09A4A for small UI elements on #C8782E — at 1.4:1 it misses the 3:1 WCAG threshold; darken it with a shade from the ramp below.
- Don't set body copy in #4A2A14 on #C8782E — 3.8:1 fails WCAG AA; keep it for large decorative headings only.
- Don't use #F0DCB0 behind body text — this light tone works better for surfaces, badges and dividers than for reading areas.
How to Implement the Imperial Topaz Color Scheme
To use this Imperial Topaz color palette in your web project, you can copy the following CSS variables or Tailwind CSS configuration. These roles ensure your UI maintains accessibility and visual hierarchy.
Option 1: CSS Variables
:root {
/* {name} Palette - ihatecolors.com */{'
'} --color-bg: {colors[0]};{'
'} --color-primary: {colors[1]};{'
'} --color-secondary: {colors[2]};{'
'} --color-text: {colors[3]};{'
'} {'}'} Web Design Tip
Use #C8782E for the main background and #E09A4A for primary buttons. This creates a high-contrast focal point.
Accessibility Note
The contrast ratio between #4A2A14 and #C8782E is 3.79:1 (Fail). Ensure your body text remains legible.
Imperial Topaz Palette — Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hex codes in the Imperial Topaz color palette?
The Imperial Topaz palette contains #C8782E, #E09A4A, #F0DCB0, #4A2A14. Click any swatch on this page to copy its value, or export all four at once as CSS variables, Tailwind config, SCSS or a Figma-ready list.
Is the Imperial Topaz color palette accessible (WCAG)?
Yes for its strongest pairings: #4A2A14 on #F0DCB0 reaches 9.5:1 (AAA). For body text always keep a 4.5:1 ratio and for large UI elements 3:1 — the full contrast matrix above shows the exact score for every color-on-color combination in this palette.
What colors go well with the Imperial Topaz palette?
Beyond its own four colors, #488FE0, #D1D553, #F0EDEA extend it naturally: the complementary hue for high-energy accents, an analogous neighbor for calm transitions, and a tinted neutral for surfaces. All three are computed from this palette's hues on the color wheel.
What mood does the Imperial Topaz palette create?
Imperial Topaz reads as royal, warm, vintage. Saturated orange drives the personality, grounded by gently saturated orange — a combination that works best when the mid-tone base gets most of the canvas.
Can I use the Imperial Topaz color palette commercially?
Yes. Individual color values can't be copyrighted, so the Imperial Topaz palette is free for personal, client and commercial work — websites, branding, apps, print and social content, with no attribution required.
How do I add the Imperial Topaz palette to Tailwind or CSS?
Use the export panel on this page: CSS variables, a Tailwind config block, SCSS variables, or a Figma copy list are generated from Imperial Topaz's exact values, including the tint and shade ramps shown above.