Palette Generator | Shining Toolbox

Generate beautiful color palettes from base colors. Create harmonious color schemes using color theory.

Palette Generator

Create harmonious color palettes from a base color

Generated Palette

Base

#6366F1

Complement

#F2EF64

Dark

#1317DD

Light

#C2C3FA

Complement Dark

#EBE81E

:root {
  --color-1: #6366f1;
  --color-2: #f2ef64;
  --color-3: #1317dd;
  --color-4: #c2c3fa;
  --color-5: #ebe81e;
}

About Complementary

Colors opposite each other on the color wheel. Creates high contrast and visual tension.

About Palette Generator

How to Use the Palette Generator

  1. Choose a base color - Pick your primary brand or hero color
  2. Select harmony type - Choose how colors relate to each other
  3. Preview the palette - See how colors work together
  4. Export - Copy individual colors or the full palette as CSS variables

Color Harmonies Explained

HarmonyDescriptionBest For
ComplementaryOpposite colorsHigh contrast designs
AnalogousAdjacent colorsCalm, professional
Triadic3 evenly spacedVibrant, balanced
Split-ComplementaryBase + 2 adjacent oppositesContrast with variety
MonochromaticShades of one hueMinimalist, elegant

Pro Tips

  • Start with your brand’s primary color
  • Use darker shades for text, lighter for backgrounds
  • Test accessibility contrast ratios
  • Consider how colors look in both light and dark modes

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