Crimson#8B0000
Gold#D4AF37
Navy#1B263B
Sable#A9977E
Olive Brown#826644
Palette direction

Crimson Gold Navy Color Palette

This palette draws from the rich, traditional hues of Greek Orthodox Catholic icons, blending deep reds, golds, and midnight blues to evoke timeless spirituality and reverence. The main colors provide a strong, recognizable identity inspired by sacred art, while the support colors softly extend this heritage with muted earth tones that complement the solemnity and craftsmanship of the brand. The neutrals ground the palette with crisp white, soft ivory, and deep charcoal ensuring readability and elegance for all brand applications.

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Fashion Beauty color direction

Crimson Gold Navy Color Palette

This palette draws from the rich, traditional hues of Greek Orthodox Catholic icons, blending deep reds, golds, and midnight blues to evoke timeless spirituality and reverence. The main colors provide a strong, recognizable identity inspired by sacred art, while the support colors softly extend this heritage with muted earth tones that complement the solemnity and craftsmanship of the brand. The neutrals ground the palette with crisp white, soft ivory, and deep charcoal ensuring readability and elegance for all brand applications.

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Logo contrast guide

Logo color pairings

Each column shows a usable logo color on a palette background, with contrast checked for clarity.

Logo Ivory #FFFFFF
on Navy #1B263B

15.1:1 Excellent

Logo Navy #1B263B
on Gold #D4AF37

7.2:1 Excellent

Logo Navy #1B263B
on Ivory #FFFFFF

15.1:1 Excellent

Logo Navy #1B263B
on Sable #A9977E

5.3:1 Strong
Motion gradient

Gradient background

Built from the main brand color and one generated shade, so the effect feels modern without leaving the palette.

Business card

Printed materials without guessing.

A neutral card system with the logo color, contact text, and a restrained palette accent.

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Mobile website

The palette has to survive the small screen.

A mobile landing page preview with logo, navigation, headline, CTA, content card, and chart color usage.

Fashion Beauty Crimson Gold Navy Color Palette

The triadic combination of deep crimson, rich gold, and dark navy forms a harmonious and recognizable palette grounded in religious iconography and tradition.

Gradient type

Gradient on text

A cleaner way to use the brand color as a digital accent without turning the whole interface colorful.

Analytics system

Dashboards need more than one pretty color.

Numbers, pie charts, bars, stacked bars, and lines reveal whether the palette can support real product interfaces.

Revenue$84.2k+18.4%
Retention72%Stable
Signals8Split Complementary
Audience split
Monthly growth
Trend line

Color Roles and Usage Map

Assign existing palette colors to brand, typography, and interface roles.

Brand identity

LogoUsed for logo marks and core brand symbols.Crimson #8B0000
HeadlineUsed for main titles and key messages.Gold #D4AF37
LinkUsed for links and interactive text.Crimson #8B0000

Buttons

Primary Button
Contrast10.01:1AA
BackgroundCrimson #8B0000
TextIvory #FFFFFF
Secondary Button
Contrast6.01:1AA
BackgroundGold #D4AF37
TextCharcoal #333333
Outlined Button
Contrast10.01:1AA
BorderCrimson #8B0000
TextCrimson #8B0000

Interface

TextDefault readable body text.Charcoal #333333
Bg LightLight page or section background.Ivory #FFFFFF
Bg DarkDark page or section background.Linen #FAF0E6
IconSmall interface icons and marks.Sable #A9977E
BorderCards, inputs, and component borders.Sable #A9977E
DividerSubtle separators between content.Sable #A9977E
OutlineFocus rings and emphasis outlines.Sable #A9977E

Print Color Values

CMYK values are calculated from HEX by default. Adjust them only when preparing print materials.

Screen colors stay unchanged.Manual CMYK edits are used in exports and handoff.
Calculated CMYK
CrimsonMain color - #8B0000
Calculated CMYK
GoldMain color - #D4AF37
Calculated CMYK
NavyMain color - #1B263B
Calculated CMYK
SableSupport color - #A9977E
Calculated CMYK
Olive BrownSupport color - #826644
Calculated CMYK
IvoryNeutral color - #FFFFFF
Calculated CMYK
LinenNeutral color - #FAF0E6
Calculated CMYK
CharcoalNeutral color - #333333

Palette Colors

A compact view of the brand, support, and neutral colors that make up this system.

Main (Brand) Colors

The triadic combination of deep crimson, rich gold, and dark navy forms a harmonious and recognizable palette grounded in religious iconography and tradition.

PrimaryCrimson

RolesLogo, Link, Btn Primary Bg, Btn Outlined Border, Btn Outlined Text

Crimson conveys passion and devotion, reflecting the spiritual intensity and sacred heritage of the brand.

HEX#8B0000
RGB139, 0, 0
HSL0, 100, 27
CMYK0, 100, 100, 45
SecondaryGold

RolesBtn Secondary Bg, Headline

Gold symbolizes divine light and sanctity, adding a luxurious and reverent tone that ties to religious art.

HEX#D4AF37
RGB212, 175, 55
HSL46, 65, 52
CMYK0, 17, 74, 17
TertiaryNavy

Navy provides a stable, contemplative base that anchors the palette and enhances the sacred, timeless feel.

HEX#1B263B
RGB27, 38, 59
HSL219, 37, 17
CMYK54, 36, 0, 77

Support Colors

The support colors extend the palette with earth-toned, muted hues drawn from icon backgrounds and ornamentation, subtly balancing the vibrant main colors without overpowering them.

Sable

RolesIcon, Border, Divider, Outline

Sable is a soft, muted brown that complements the richness of gold and crimson while providing visual rest and texture.

HEX#A9977E
RGB169, 151, 126
HSL35, 20, 58
CMYK0, 11, 25, 34
Olive Brown

Olive Brown adds a grounded warmth inspired by aged wood and natural materials found in religious artifacts, subtly supporting the main trio.

HEX#826644
RGB130, 102, 68
HSL33, 31, 39
CMYK0, 22, 48, 49

Neutral Colors

Utility colors for backgrounds, text, borders, and balance.

Ivory

RolesBg Light, Btn Primary Text

HEX#FFFFFF
RGB255, 255, 255
HSL0, 0, 100
CMYK0, 0, 0, 0
Linen

RolesBg Dark

HEX#FAF0E6
RGB250, 240, 230
HSL30, 67, 94
CMYK0, 4, 8, 2
Charcoal

RolesText, Btn Secondary Text

HEX#333333
RGB51, 51, 51
HSL0, 0, 20
CMYK0, 0, 0, 80

Export and Handoff

Copy palette values, role tokens, animated gradient snippets, and structured handoff data for websites, design systems, and client work.

Export logo in seconds

Click to copy and go to Logo Export on myLogo.review to export your logo files in seconds.

Use when: you want to send this palette into myLogo.review.
COLORFLY_PALETTE_V2
{
    "format": "colorfly_palette_v2",
    "source": "colorfly.design",
    "colors": [
        {
            "name": "Crimson",
            "hex": "#8B0000",
            "role": "main",
            "cmyk": {
                "c": 0,
                "m": 100,
                "y": 100,
                "k": 45,
                "source": "colorfly"
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Gold",
            "hex": "#D4AF37",
            "role": "main",
            "cmyk": {
                "c": 0,
                "m": 17,
                "y": 74,
                "k": 17,
                "source": "colorfly"
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Navy",
            "hex": "#1B263B",
            "role": "main",
            "cmyk": {
                "c": 54,
                "m": 36,
                "y": 0,
                "k": 77,
                "source": "colorfly"
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Sable",
            "hex": "#A9977E",
            "role": "support",
            "cmyk": {
                "c": 0,
                "m": 11,
                "y": 25,
                "k": 34,
                "source": "colorfly"
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Olive Brown",
            "hex": "#826644",
            "role": "support",
            "cmyk": {
                "c": 0,
                "m": 22,
                "y": 48,
                "k": 49,
                "source": "colorfly"
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Ivory",
            "hex": "#FFFFFF",
            "role": "neutral",
            "cmyk": {
                "c": 0,
                "m": 0,
                "y": 0,
                "k": 0,
                "source": "colorfly"
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Linen",
            "hex": "#FAF0E6",
            "role": "neutral",
            "cmyk": {
                "c": 0,
                "m": 4,
                "y": 8,
                "k": 2,
                "source": "colorfly"
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Charcoal",
            "hex": "#333333",
            "role": "neutral",
            "cmyk": {
                "c": 0,
                "m": 0,
                "y": 0,
                "k": 80,
                "source": "colorfly"
            }
        }
    ]
}
END_COLORFLY_PALETTE

Color tokens

Use these in CSS when you want every raw palette color available by name. Best for websites, landing pages, and design system variables.

Use when: you need the actual colors.
:root {
  --color-crimson: #8B0000;
  --color-gold: #D4AF37;
  --color-navy: #1B263B;
  --color-sable: #A9977E;
  --color-olive-brown: #826644;
  --color-ivory: #FFFFFF;
  --color-linen: #FAF0E6;
  --color-charcoal: #333333;
}

Role tokens

Use these in CSS when colors are assigned to practical jobs like text, buttons, borders, links, and backgrounds.

Use when: you need UI roles, not just swatches.
:root {
  --role-logo: #8B0000;
  --role-link: #8B0000;
  --role-btn-primary-bg: #8B0000;
  --role-btn-outlined-border: #8B0000;
  --role-btn-outlined-text: #8B0000;
  --role-btn-secondary-bg: #D4AF37;
  --role-headline: #D4AF37;
  --role-icon: #A9977E;
  --role-border: #A9977E;
  --role-divider: #A9977E;
  --role-outline: #A9977E;
  --role-bg-light: #FFFFFF;
  --role-btn-primary-text: #FFFFFF;
  --role-bg-dark: #FAF0E6;
  --role-text: #333333;
  --role-btn-secondary-text: #333333;
}

JSON

Use this structured palette data in apps, generators, plugins, or tools that need to read the palette programmatically.

Use when: a developer or app needs data.
{
    "crimson": "#8B0000",
    "gold": "#D4AF37",
    "navy": "#1B263B",
    "sable": "#A9977E",
    "olive-brown": "#826644",
    "ivory": "#FFFFFF",
    "linen": "#FAF0E6",
    "charcoal": "#333333"
}

Moving gradient background

Copy the animated radial gradient background from the visualizer, with this palette already applied.

Use when: you want the hero gradient effect.
<div class="colorfly-moving-gradient-bg">
  <span class="colorfly-gradient-spark" aria-hidden="true"></span>
  <div>
    <small>Motion gradient</small>
    <h2>Gradient background</h2>
    <p>A moving brand gradient built from your palette.</p>
  </div>
</div>

<style>
.colorfly-moving-gradient-bg {
  --gradient-anchor: #8B0000;
  --gradient-partner: #BF7373;
  --gradient-accent: #A9977E;
  --gradient-text: #FFFFFF;
  position: relative;
  display: grid;
  place-items: center;
  min-height: 340px;
  overflow: hidden;
  padding: 42px;
  color: var(--gradient-text);
  border-radius: 28px;
  background:
    radial-gradient(circle at 20% 82%, color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-accent) 48%, transparent) 0 14%, transparent 42%),
    radial-gradient(circle at 84% 18%, color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-partner) 52%, transparent) 0 16%, transparent 46%),
    linear-gradient(135deg, var(--gradient-anchor), color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-anchor) 72%, black 18%), var(--gradient-partner), var(--gradient-anchor));
  background-size: 160% 160%, 180% 180%, 240% 240%;
  animation: colorfly-gradient-bg 10.5s cubic-bezier(.72, 0, .22, 1) infinite;
}
.colorfly-moving-gradient-bg > div {
  position: relative;
  z-index: 1;
  max-width: 640px;
  text-align: center;
}
.colorfly-moving-gradient-bg::before,
.colorfly-moving-gradient-bg::after,
.colorfly-gradient-spark {
  content: "";
  position: absolute;
  z-index: 0;
  aspect-ratio: 1;
  border-radius: 50%;
  pointer-events: none;
  mix-blend-mode: screen;
}
.colorfly-moving-gradient-bg::before {
  left: -10%;
  top: -18%;
  width: min(520px, 72%);
  background:
    radial-gradient(circle, color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-partner) 88%, white 8%) 0%, transparent 66%),
    radial-gradient(circle at 68% 32%, color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-accent) 58%, white 10%) 0%, transparent 38%);
  opacity: .86;
  animation: colorfly-gradient-orb-one 11s cubic-bezier(.65, 0, .22, 1) infinite;
}
.colorfly-moving-gradient-bg::after {
  right: -12%;
  bottom: -24%;
  width: min(620px, 82%);
  background:
    radial-gradient(circle, color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-accent) 86%, white 6%) 0%, transparent 68%),
    radial-gradient(circle at 28% 72%, color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-partner) 62%, white 8%) 0%, transparent 42%);
  opacity: .78;
  animation: colorfly-gradient-orb-two 12.8s cubic-bezier(.56, 0, .25, 1) infinite;
}
.colorfly-gradient-spark {
  left: 42%;
  top: 44%;
  width: min(360px, 54%);
  background: radial-gradient(circle, color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-anchor) 64%, white 12%) 0%, transparent 62%);
  opacity: .46;
  animation: colorfly-gradient-spark 9.2s cubic-bezier(.62, 0, .2, 1) infinite;
}
@keyframes colorfly-gradient-bg {
  0%, 100% { background-position: 0% 46%, 100% 24%, 0% 50%; }
  18% { background-position: 44% 88%, 58% 12%, 34% 22%; }
  39% { background-position: 86% 38%, 18% 74%, 86% 64%; }
  63% { background-position: 26% 16%, 84% 92%, 42% 100%; }
  82% { background-position: 68% 68%, 32% 30%, 100% 34%; }
}
@keyframes colorfly-gradient-orb-one {
  0%, 100% { transform: translate3d(0, 0, 0) scale(1); }
  22% { transform: translate3d(78%, 22%, 0) scale(1.12); }
  47% { transform: translate3d(44%, 86%, 0) scale(.92); }
  72% { transform: translate3d(112%, 56%, 0) scale(1.2); }
}
@keyframes colorfly-gradient-orb-two {
  0%, 100% { transform: translate3d(0, 0, 0) scale(1.08); }
  19% { transform: translate3d(-48%, -18%, 0) scale(.9); }
  53% { transform: translate3d(-92%, -62%, 0) scale(1.14); }
  79% { transform: translate3d(-22%, -86%, 0) scale(.98); }
}
@keyframes colorfly-gradient-spark {
  0%, 100% { transform: translate3d(-12%, -8%, 0) scale(.84); }
  28% { transform: translate3d(52%, -34%, 0) scale(1.08); }
  58% { transform: translate3d(-44%, 38%, 0) scale(.96); }
  84% { transform: translate3d(20%, 28%, 0) scale(1.18); }
}
</style>

Moving gradient text

Copy the animated gradient text treatment from the visualizer, generated from the main and support colors.

Use when: you want gradient headline text.
<div class="colorfly-gradient-text-card">
  <small>Gradient type</small>
  <h2>Gradient on text</h2>
  <p>A moving text gradient built from your palette.</p>
</div>

<style>
.colorfly-gradient-text-card {
  --gradient-text-a: #8B0000;
  --gradient-text-b: #BF7373;
  --gradient-text-c: #A9977E;
  position: relative;
  display: grid;
  place-items: center;
  min-height: 310px;
  overflow: hidden;
  padding: 42px;
  text-align: center;
  border-radius: 28px;
  background:
    radial-gradient(circle at 14% 18%, color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-text-a) 8%, transparent), transparent 28%),
    linear-gradient(135deg, #fff, #fbfbfd);
}
.colorfly-gradient-text-card::before,
.colorfly-gradient-text-card::after {
  content: "";
  position: absolute;
  pointer-events: none;
  border-radius: 50%;
  filter: blur(2px);
}
.colorfly-gradient-text-card::before {
  left: 9%;
  top: 15%;
  width: min(330px, 48%);
  aspect-ratio: 1;
  background: radial-gradient(circle, color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-text-a) 20%, transparent) 0%, transparent 68%);
  animation: colorfly-gradient-text-glow-one 8s cubic-bezier(.62, 0, .2, 1) infinite;
}
.colorfly-gradient-text-card::after {
  right: 7%;
  bottom: 6%;
  width: min(360px, 52%);
  aspect-ratio: 1;
  background: radial-gradient(circle, color-mix(in srgb, var(--gradient-text-c) 18%, transparent) 0%, transparent 70%);
  animation: colorfly-gradient-text-glow-two 9.5s cubic-bezier(.56, 0, .25, 1) infinite;
}
.colorfly-gradient-text-card small,
.colorfly-gradient-text-card p {
  position: relative;
  z-index: 1;
  color: #65616d;
}
.colorfly-gradient-text-card h2 {
  position: relative;
  z-index: 1;
  margin: 10px 0 12px;
  color: transparent;
  font-size: clamp(42px, 8vw, 96px);
  line-height: .92;
  background:
    radial-gradient(circle at 18% 50%, var(--gradient-text-b) 0 12%, transparent 38%),
    radial-gradient(circle at 82% 44%, var(--gradient-text-c) 0 14%, transparent 40%),
    linear-gradient(100deg, var(--gradient-text-a), var(--gradient-text-b), var(--gradient-text-c), var(--gradient-text-a));
  background-size: 220% 220%, 240% 240%, 280% 100%;
  -webkit-background-clip: text;
  background-clip: text;
  animation: colorfly-gradient-text-shift 6.2s cubic-bezier(.68, 0, .22, 1) infinite;
}
@keyframes colorfly-gradient-text-shift {
  0%, 100% { background-position: 8% 52%, 92% 42%, 0% 50%; }
  27% { background-position: 78% 18%, 28% 82%, 42% 50%; }
  61% { background-position: 36% 92%, 86% 24%, 100% 50%; }
  84% { background-position: 92% 48%, 18% 40%, 58% 50%; }
}
@keyframes colorfly-gradient-text-glow-one {
  0%, 100% { transform: translate3d(0, 0, 0) scale(.92); }
  42% { transform: translate3d(80%, 32%, 0) scale(1.12); }
  72% { transform: translate3d(28%, 86%, 0) scale(.98); }
}
@keyframes colorfly-gradient-text-glow-two {
  0%, 100% { transform: translate3d(0, 0, 0) scale(1); }
  36% { transform: translate3d(-62%, -18%, 0) scale(.9); }
  76% { transform: translate3d(-36%, -78%, 0) scale(1.12); }
}
</style>
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