Triadic Color Scheme Generator
Generate triadic color schemes — three colors equally spaced on the color wheel (120 degrees apart). Vibrant and balanced.
#e74c3c
rgb(231, 76, 60)
hsl(6, 78%, 57%)
oklch(0.631 0.194 29.4)
cmyk(0%, 67%, 74%, 9%)
Use Cases
Bold brand identities
Children's products
Data visualization with distinct categories
Superhero and comic-style designs
Tips
Let one color dominate (60%), use others for accents
Reduce saturation for more sophisticated palettes
The primary triadic (red, yellow, blue) is a classic
FAQ
What is a triadic color scheme?
Three colors equally spaced on the color wheel, 120 degrees apart. Example: red (0), green (120), blue (240).
Are triadic palettes hard to use?
They can be — use the 60-30-10 rule: 60% dominant, 30% secondary, 10% accent.
What is the 60-30-10 rule?
A design principle: 60% dominant color, 30% secondary, 10% accent. Creates balanced compositions.
Can I modify a triadic palette?
Yes. Adjust saturation and lightness independently for each color.