# Colours and Typography

## Core colours

| Name | Hex | Usage |
| --- | --- | --- |
| North Star Navy | `#0b1f5f` | Primary brand colour, buttons, deep panels |
| Compass Red | `#c1122f` | Accent, calls to action, highlights |
| Ink | `#071127` | Main text |
| Slate | `#52627a` | Body copy and supporting text |
| Surface | `#f8fbff` | Soft panels and light sections |
| Border | `#dbe4f3` | Cards, dividers, subtle outlines |

## Typography guidance

North Star uses bold, modern sans-serif typography for web headings and clear readable text for guidance copy.

Recommended external use:

- Headings: modern geometric sans-serif.
- Body: clean sans-serif or editorial serif depending on the publication.
- Keep copy plain-English, practical, and human.

## Tone

- Helpful, not hype-led.
- Transparent about AI use.
- Candidate-first.
- Safety and control should be described plainly.
