Split Complementary Colors

What are split complementary colors?

Split complementary colors use one base color and two colors adjacent to its complement on the color wheel. Instead of using the direct complement, this scheme takes the two colors on either side of the complement, creating a more subtle and versatile color harmony. This approach offers strong visual contrast while being easier on the eyes than true complementary schemes.

What is an online split complementary color generator?

An online split complementary color generator is a web-based tool that automatically calculates and displays three harmonious colors based on split complementary color theory. It takes any input color and generates two additional colors positioned on either side of the complement, creating a balanced three-color palette perfect for sophisticated design projects.

How to create split complementary colors?

Select your base color using the color picker, and the tool will automatically generate the split complementary color scheme. The algorithm finds the complement of your base color, then selects the two colors adjacent to it on the color wheel. This creates a three-color palette with strong contrast but more visual harmony than direct complementary colors. Click on any color block to copy its hex value for use in your projects.