Color Wheel

Explore color theory, generate harmonic color palettes, and balance warm and cool tones using an interactive 360° color wheel with real-time UI application previews.

Azure Blue

#2B7CEE
Lightness Adjustment55%
Harmonic SchemeTriadic (3 colors)
Cool Palette

Azure Blue

Base

#2B7CEE

Rose

#EE2B7C

Chartreuse

#7CEE2B

Live Website UI Application

Real-time preview of how this harmony scheme coordinates across page components

App Brand
Action
Coordinated Theme

Cohesive Color Palette in Action

Notice how the primary hue balances with harmonic accent tones.

How to Use the Color Wheel

1

Select Harmony & Drag Pin

Choose a harmony scheme (Complementary, Analogous, Triadic, or Tetradic) and drag the base pin around the wheel to adjust hue and saturation.

2

Preview & Export Palette

Inspect the live website UI application preview to see your palette in action, copy individual HEX codes, or export directly to Tailwind CSS and Figma.

Classical Color Harmonies Explained

Complementary (180°)

High Contrast & Impact

Colors directly opposite each other on the wheel. Offers maximum visual energy, perfect for call-to-action buttons and vibrant highlights.

Analogous (±30°)

Serene & Natural

Colors sitting side-by-side on the wheel. Creates smooth, unified palettes often found in nature, giving a calm and cohesive brand identity.

Triadic (120°)

Vibrant & Balanced

Three colors equally spaced around the wheel forming an equilateral triangle. Offers rich contrast while maintaining chromatic harmony.

Tetradic / Square (90°)

Rich & Complex

Four colors evenly distributed across two complementary pairs. Best used by letting one color dominate and using the other three as accents.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between warm and cool colors?▼

Warm colors (reds, oranges, and yellows) evoke passion, energy, and warmth. Cool colors (blues, greens, and purples) convey calm, trust, and professionalism. Balancing warm and cool hues creates visual tension and draws attention to key elements.

How should I apply color harmony to a website?▼

Follow the 60-30-10 rule: 60% dominant color (usually background and neutral structure), 30% secondary color (headers, cards, and navigation), and 10% accent color (call-to-action buttons and notifications).

Can I export harmony palettes into Tailwind CSS?▼

Yes! Clicking "Export Palette" opens the Export Modal where you can generate Tailwind CSS v4 theme variables, Tailwind CSS v3 theme extension configs, Figma JSON tokens, or native CSS custom properties.