Autumn Harvest Color Palette
About the Autumn Harvest Color Palette
Deep and rustic, this harvest palette draws from the richness of autumn fields and freshly turned earth. Dark sienna and burnt umber ground the palette, while amber and golden orange bring warmth and life. Ideal for designs that need an earthy, grounded quality combined with the richness of the autumn harvest season.
Color Codes
| Swatch | Hex | RGB |
|---|---|---|
| #C45E1A | rgb(196, 94, 26) | |
| #D4813B | rgb(212, 129, 59) | |
| #E8A84F | rgb(232, 168, 79) | |
| #A85E32 | rgb(168, 94, 50) | |
| #7A3C1A | rgb(122, 60, 26) |
How to Use the Autumn Harvest Color Palette
Best for rustic branding, farm-to-table restaurants, harvest festivals, autumn packaging, and artisan product design.
Apply the 60-30-10 rule: use the dominant color (#C45E1A) for 60% of your design, the secondary color (#D4813B) for 30%, and use the accent color (#E8A84F) for the remaining 10% on calls-to-action and key highlights. This distribution creates natural visual hierarchy without overwhelming your audience.
In web and app design, define these colors as CSS custom properties at the start of your project for consistent use across all components. For print design, convert the hex values to CMYK to ensure accurate reproduction. Pair the darkest shade with light backgrounds and the lightest shade with dark backgrounds to maintain readable contrast ratios.
Autumn Harvest — Color Psychology & Design Tips
The Autumn Harvest palette evokes a cozy feeling, making it especially effective for designs where you want your audience to feel warm, comfortable, and at ease. Color psychology plays a critical role in how audiences perceive and interact with your designs — the right palette can significantly increase engagement, build brand trust, and guide users toward desired actions.
When using the Autumn Harvest palette for digital products, test your color combinations for accessibility. Ensure text placed on colored backgrounds meets the WCAG 2.1 minimum contrast ratio of 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Use the Colortion generator to explore variations while keeping the overall mood and aesthetic intact.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Autumn Harvest color palette free to use?
Yes, the Autumn Harvest color palette is completely free to use in personal and commercial projects. Copy any hex code or download the palette image with no account required.
What colors are in the Autumn Harvest palette?
The Autumn Harvest palette contains 5 colors: #C45E1A, #D4813B, #E8A84F, #A85E32, #7A3C1A. These colors work together to create a cozy aesthetic.
What is the Autumn Harvest palette best used for?
Best for rustic branding, farm-to-table restaurants, harvest festivals, autumn packaging, and artisan product design.