Color Palette Generator
Generate harmonious color palettes based on color theory.
What is Color Palette Generator?
Good color choices are the foundation of great design. This tool generates harmonious 5-color palettes based on proven color theory rules — complementary, analogous, triadic, tetradic, and monochromatic — starting from any base color you choose.
How to Use Color Palette Generator
- Pick a base color using the color picker, or type a hex code directly into the input.
- Choose a color harmony type from the dropdown (complementary, analogous, triadic, tetradic, or monochromatic).
- The palette generates instantly. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
- Click Copy CSS Variables to get all 5 colors as CSS custom properties ready to paste into your stylesheet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Color harmony refers to combinations of colors that are pleasing to the eye because they follow specific relationships on the color wheel. Common harmonies include complementary (opposite colors), analogous (adjacent colors), and triadic (evenly spaced thirds).
An analogous palette uses colors that sit next to each other on the color wheel, creating a cohesive, calm look. A triadic palette uses three colors evenly spaced (120° apart), creating a more vibrant, high-contrast combination.
A monochromatic palette uses variations of a single hue — different lightness and saturation levels — creating a refined, elegant look that's easy to apply consistently throughout a design.
Yes, absolutely. Colors cannot be copyrighted. Any palette you generate here is free to use in personal or commercial projects.