Color Palette Generator
Generate beautiful, harmonious color palettes — complementary, analogous, triadic, or random. Export as HEX, RGB, or CSS variables.
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Color Theory Guide
Color harmony refers to the arrangement of colors that creates a visually pleasing and balanced composition. Different color schemes serve different design purposes.
Color Scheme Types
- Complementary — Colors opposite each other on the color wheel. High contrast, vibrant, good for drawing attention. Example: blue and orange.
- Analogous — Colors adjacent on the color wheel. Natural, comfortable, low contrast. Found in nature. Example: blue, blue-green, green.
- Triadic — Three colors equally spaced on the wheel. Vibrant and colorful while maintaining balance. Example: red, yellow, blue.
- Split-Complementary — Base color plus two colors adjacent to its complement. High contrast with more nuance than pure complementary.
- Monochromatic — Variations in lightness and saturation of a single hue. Elegant and cohesive, easy to use.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose the right color scheme for my project?
For professional/corporate sites: monochromatic or analogous schemes convey stability. For creative/artistic work: triadic or complementary schemes add energy. For calls-to-action: use complementary contrast to make buttons pop. For long-form reading: analogous schemes reduce eye strain.
What is the 60-30-10 rule?
A classic design rule: use your dominant color for 60% of the design (backgrounds), a secondary color for 30% (sidebar, secondary elements), and an accent color for 10% (buttons, highlights). This creates visual hierarchy and balance.
How do I check if my color palette is accessible?
WCAG 2.1 requires a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text between foreground and background colors. Use a color contrast checker to verify your palette meets these standards before deploying.