September 25
Dolly Day

Cup of Ambition

Get out of bed and pour yourself a cup of ambition to celebrate the late country great Dolly Parton. We blended Barely Blush, Flirty Flamingo, Pretty in Pink and Strawberry Slush to capture all those wonderful pinks — plus two yellows (Daffodil Delight and Lemon Lolly) that echo her trademark hair.

Dolly’s unmistakable visual world includes rhinestone-studded jackets, butterfly motifs, stage lights, blonde curls, pink costumes and the sparkle of Dolly Parton’s performances. The blush-to-bright pinks recall her unmistakable stage style, while the yellows add the sunny flash of her signature hair.

The palette works because the colors establish a clear range of value and intensity, allowing stronger shades to create emphasis while quieter tones provide breathing room.

Together, those relationships reinforce the mood of the theme and create a combination that feels recognizable, useful and visually cohesive.

Why
Inspired by Dolly’s famous pink wardrobe and her signature blonde hair
Projects
Try it for cards for your favorite Dolly fan — or use it for a wide variety of other projects for anyone who loves pink and golden hues
Cup of Ambition color palette for Dolly Day
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