Nostalgic Glow

PANTONE

17-0208 TCX

Dried Sage

PANTONE

19-6050 TCX

Eden

PANTONE

14-0760 TCX

Cyber Yellow

PANTONE

18-1450 TCX

Mecca Orange

PANTONE

14-1224 TCX

Coral Sands

Nostalgic Glow is a trend palette that captures the essence of retro charm and modern fashion. Calm shades like Dried Sage and Eden reflect nature’s serenity, while bold Cyber Yellow and Mecca Orange add vibrant energy. Balanced by the softness of Coral Sands, this palette brings a timeless harmony of warmth and expression—perfect for fashion design, creative projects, and nostalgic color stories.

The 'Nostalgic Glow' palette is a bold narrative that defines a delicate dance of tones. The foundational theme is established by a core base of soft, earthy tones, including 'Dried Sage' and 'Eden', which provide a stable visual anchor. This base is brought to life by a series of playful splashes of color, including 'Mecca Orange', 'Coral Sands' and 'Cyber Yellow', that prevent the composition from feeling predictable. The palette's dynamic range is defined by the deep, grounding presence of 'Eden' and the luminous highlight of 'Coral Sands'. Meanwhile, 'Cyber Yellow' injects a powerful burst of chromatic energy, serving as a vibrant focal point. This versatile palette strikes a compelling balance between grounding neutral tones and vibrant, colorful accents, offering a flexible toolkit for a wide range of creative applications. This balanced toolkit is expertly designed for creating standout apparel collections, as well as memorable textile patterns.

Inspirational Patterns

abstract paisley pattern on beige background
Seamless glittering chain pattern with abstract leopard and tiger skin background elements isolated on denim texture in brown, grey and silver colors
Seamless glittering star pattern with isolated abstract leopard and tiger skin background elements with denim texture in brown blue and silver colors

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Color Palette Q&A
  • What is the HEX code for Pantone 17-0208 TCX (Dried Sage)?
    The HEX code is #8C8A7F.
  • What is the RGB value for Dried Sage?
    The RGB value is rgb(140, 138, 127).
  • What is the HEX code for Pantone 19-6050 TCX (Eden)?
    The HEX code is #264E36.
  • What is the RGB value for Eden?
    The RGB value is rgb(38, 78, 54).
  • What is the HEX code for Pantone 14-0760 TCX (Cyber Yellow)?
    The HEX code is #FFD500.
  • What is the RGB value for Cyber Yellow?
    The RGB value is rgb(255, 213, 0).
  • What is the HEX code for Pantone 18-1450 TCX (Mecca Orange)?
    The HEX code is #BD5745.
  • What is the RGB value for Mecca Orange?
    The RGB value is rgb(189, 87, 69).
  • What is the HEX code for Pantone 14-1224 TCX (Coral Sands)?
    The HEX code is #EDAA86.
  • What is the RGB value for Coral Sands?
    The RGB value is rgb(237, 170, 134).
  • Which two palette colors have the highest contrast?
    #FFD500 as background with #264E36 text yields 6.64:1 contrast (AA (Normal) Pass, AA (Large) Pass).
  • What is a good readable text color on #FFD500?
    Use #264E36 for text to maximize readability (contrast 6.64:1).
  • How can I apply this palette for accessible UI text and backgrounds?
    Pick the highest-contrast pair for text-on-background elements. Use other colors for accents, icons, or surfaces, and always verify WCAG ratios (4.5:1 for normal text, 3:1 for large text).