150 Fresh Color Combinations You’ll Want to Steal +Free Resource

Here, you’ll find 150 color combinations separated into different categories based on color or the number of colors in a pallete, gradients and a free template with all the palettes from the article. 

Picking colors shouldn’t feel like solving a Rubik’s cube blindfolded, even though sometimes it kinda does. You think you’ve nailed a combo, and then bam! It looks like a ’90s bowling alley carpet. Been there.

That’s why I put together this collection of 150 color combinations for inspiration so you can skip the guesswork and see these palettes in final products. The combinations are separated into categories for 2-color, 3-color, and 4-color combinations and gradients, and then they get more specific like palettes with blue, red, green, mocha, etc.

Oh, and because I know the struggle of scrambling to find hex codes later, I also made you a free PDF template with all the combos, ready to download. It’s a good time-saving tool for presenting color palettes to your clients in a clear, persuasive, and professional way. Enjoy.

Combinations with Two Colors

Two colors might not seem like much, but the right pair can work magic. Some pairs are bold and punchy; others are soft and subtle. Here are 20 awesome two-color combos from artworks, packaging, websites, and more as proof that sometimes, two is all you need!

1. Leo Royal Fuchsia + Yellow Chalk

#ec3dc5 – #f3fdad

We’ll start with the personal work of Dia Pacheco, where the artist shares amazing illustrations with vivid, contrasting colors.  

Next, we have the Hycom rebranding project, where the design team of Kuba Horna and Katarzyna Motyl Turkowska brings out the joyful DNA of the brand. Similarly, Kirsten Collins creates a visual identity for HIKI with amazing two-color combinations for the different deodorant packaging. 

The delicious typography on the left is Funjuan dg’s logo concept for Dulce Antojo, a brand responsible for developing rich, sweet, and fun presents for children’s parties.  On the right, you see Erika Luisetto’s packaging design for Onezero protein sparkling water. 

6. Taisha Brown + Abaddon Black

#b8511e – #231e1e

Kokoro comes from the Japanese word for “heart,” and the illustrations for the brand also show affection and love with heart symbols. The brand identity and package design for Kokoro was created by ARTSBY EMDE. 

Two-color grunge brand identity for Loudhead headphones by Suprematika Agency and odontology icons in red and mint by Daniela Hernánguez. 

A collection of greetings cards by YUK FUN with fun, colorful illustrations and trippy classic cartoon characters by Violetta Derlemenko. 

11. Diva Violet + Almond Biscuit

#5077b9 – #e8cba7

Hello Neko is a popular pet food company in Russia with a brand new line of wet food, the visuals and packaging of which were designed by COOOT Studio. All products have different two-color combinations, depending on the main ingredient. 

Next, a creative typography design by J. Jonathan H. Viveros for 02022020, and the Antology illustration series in blue and red by Yukai Du.

Alona Haidash chose soft, peachy colors for her Hidden Harmony tea packaging design. The Shiba Inu illustration on the right comes from Ilustrata studio, and if you check the entire project, there are more where this came from.

16. Green Serum + Grass Pink Orchid

#94d71b – #c785ff

Two-color combinations work great for packaging, as you can see in the Engie energy drink can design by PG Branding. The project offers 5 different color combos for the different drinks, depending on the taste. 

WEARE92.COM’s brand voice stickers by Felipe Salcedo go full 90’s street style. But if you’re up for something more classic, check out Lina Serzhan’s illustrated book project based on The Hound of Baskervilles. 

And last, here are some fun cartoon Nike Air Characters in lavender and yellow by Mucho Zorro, and Antiche’s brand identity and packaging by Estudio Nuar. 

Combinations with Three Colors

Three-color combos hit that sweet spot—more dynamic than two, but not so many that things get messy. If they got the right mix, you get balance, contrast, and just the right amount of personality. Here are 20 awesome three-color combinations from designs that nailed it!

21. Distant Flare + Dark Sienna + Wild Rose

#ebd4da – #390c15 – #cd7897

‘Roy & Joy’ is a unique confectionery tea brand. The design was done by Stepan Azaryan, Mane Budaghyan, Liana Mazmanyan. Illustrstions by Rafayel Hovhannisyan. 

Next, we have Move in Place posters by Fábio Santana and Pat My Pet Cat litter brand design by Funky Agency. 

CAPIROTADA is a collection of personal illustrations by Dia Pacheco in an amazing color scheme to take inspo from. On the right, you have UNDURRAGA Sparkling Mixed Drinks packaging design by Emi Renzi Studio. 

26. Demonic Yellow + Cigarette Glow + Majestic Magenta

#fae900 – #f15000 – #f23f8e

These colorful illustrations and posters were designed by Au Chon Hin for the 6th Guanzhong Mangba Arts Festival event. 

Muhamed Loutfy made these delicious designs for the Cairo Chocolate Museum identity. Next, this is the “Poptypes!” video project by Álvaro Studio, where the animated onomatopoeias appear in surprising and fun environments.

A Floating World by Tùng Nâm is a collection that features five captivating illustrations of cats inspired by the Ukiyo-e style. Following is the Saudi Arabian brand Elehoopoe, which sells unique and trendy items. Design by Baianat. 

31. Uldum Beige + Barbarian + Baby Cake

#fac680 – #f98b58 – #84c1a3

Beautiful African masks design by Rafael Ramirez. 

This is a creative Music Packaging design project by Jasmina Zornic. The explosion of purple and pink over Ancient Greek art, on the other hand, is a project for 4 am Saatchi & Saatchi People First. 

This classic green, red, and ivory palette comes from the visual identity for Global Alliance by Motora Design. Next, a very cool dark colored fanart illustration of Count Orlock by Hugo Cuellar. 

36. Limo-Scene + Lovely Euphoric Delight + Lady Luck

#4c4b4f – #feedff – #45603a

Little Adam Coffee & Bakery is a coffee shop whose visual identity by Yernaz Ramazanov comes in a fresh high-contrast palette of dark grey, pink, and green. 

This couple of examples bring nostalgia design. On the left, we have SMISKI poster series in neon green and pink by Sofya Douhel. On the right, Nathan Wijaya’s portfolio design gets creative with categories designed like old videotapes. 

And the last couple of examples for 3-color combinations come from Russ Gray’s awesome Pied Piper Playing Cards design and Danii Pollehn’s colorful sports illustrations. 

Combinations with Four Colors

More colors don’t have to mean more problems! Four colors can work together to create pure magic. As you will see, the right mix adds depth, energy, and just the right amount of chaos (the good kind). Here are 20 awesome four-color combos that prove

41. Purple Heart Kiwi + Rich Gardenia + Prominent Blue + Sweet Escape

#ce1a8b – #f67e4a – #277aa6 – #8b41f9

This is one of Mink Couteaux’s experimental illustrations where the artist tries out a more abstract style. 

ESPN Basketball illustrations by Sebastian Onufszak in high contrasting colors, and Signal toothpastes packaging redesign by Mia Maurović in 4 different color variations. 

Beagle illustration by Emma Clinton and Still Wines packaging design and brand identity by Yido Lab. 

46. Strike It Rich + Flame of Prometheus + Vegetation + Back In Black

#dab760 – #d83f04 – #4ed992 – #130f1a

This is a cover project inspired by the album All Them Witches, designed by Erick Solar. 

Harmonia branding and packaging design in pastel colors by Eloïse Chapuis. The Taipei Grand Trail Rebranding by The Rebranding Lab. 

Comunero Rebellion is a feature-length documentary about the history of the Communards of Castile, “the first modern revolution in history.” Illustrated by Sandra Rilova and animated by Elora Post House. On the right, brand identity design for Goldengate by Curious Brand. 

51. Re-Entry + Black Cherry + Spartacus + Mango Cheesecake

#dc4a51 – #2b1120 – #77a4a7 – #fcebdb

Next, this is a personal work named Hands by Tomasz Woźniakowski.

Mak-Mai sauce package design by Katti Mood. Risograph Wall Calendar by Hendrik and Julian Klein. 

Skill Verse talent event Identity by Yelisei Loboda. Banking app exploration by Agustin Posse.

56. Dahlia Matte Red + Crystalsong Blue + Blush d’Amour + Kon

#744e66 – #4db1b4 – #e45d80 – #191f32

Dear Spring is a beautiful soft and emotional illustration by Kensuke Okazoe.

Jean Rosa’s typographic poster design for Maíra Daloia, next to ‘Snake and the Angel of Healing’ illustration by Sehee Chae dedicated to the Chinese Lunar New Year 2025, Year of the Snake. 

Vibrant pepper hues for Almito Vegan antipasti’s visual identity by Boo Republic. Online Design School web design by SIVE STUDIO. 

Colorful Gradients

Gradients are the cheat code of color design because they instantly make anything look more dynamic and polished. They can be high-contrast and electric or soft and dreamy. Here I added both types so you can fall in love with gradients all over again.

61. Dead Sea + Safety Yellow

#72f0f5 – #f2d000

Magical Birthday Graphic Poster by Michael Cabugatan, whose obsessive-compulsive tendencies on graphic designs hit hard. 

A personal calendar by Diana Zhurakivska for her sister with beautiful risograph colorful design. And the photography project Desire by Kerv Buenafe with dark to light fiery gradients. 

Arrangement of gradient branding card by Sagesmask and Svalbard Square Landscapes by Henk Leijen.

66. Lap Pool Blue + Chardon + Light Rose Beige

#97baba – #f8eae0 – #f9ebe3

I took this sea-to-sand gradient from this Nazaré photography for Instagram by Ariana Pita because the best inspiration comes from real life. 

Pastel cardboard clock gradients by Kristi Tamming and ButterChat gradient Logo by Garagephic Studio.

Phương Uyên’s background gradients for her portfolio combine lime and pastel pink in a very fresh, vibrant gradient. Next, we have the Infrared Vision gradient by Freeject Design. 

71. Electromagnetic + Burgundy + American Yellow

#303a41 – #8f0420 – #f1b400

These gradients were captured from Gloat’s Brand Video, designed by André Leite and Bianca Baderna. 

On the left, we have Notebooks Scribe designs by Santiago Álvarez Palacio. And GROLLI’s Website UI/UX design by Liza Dushnota.

Degrees of a School Lunch 2060 event design by Lina Forsgren. WOAH! Cocktail Club food photography by Tuyết Anh.

76. Grey Blue + Vertigo Cherry + Acapulco Sun + Midnight Mirage

#74a3b7 – #990050 – #e88e48 – #081f40

Fractal Glass Gradients by Content Case with high contrasting dark and light colors.

Surréalisme gradients posters about feelings by luana lloyd. Human Innovations app design by The Branding People.

Colorful gradients calendar design by Anastasiia Nam. Specialty by Dammi Caffe` packaging and identity design by Liana Bubnova.

Combos in Red

Red is an attention magnet because it’s fiery and impossible to ignore. It can bring passion, energy, or even a sense of warmth to a design. Pair it with black for drama, white for a crisp and modern look, or soft pinks for something more playful. Here are some red-based combos that show just how versatile this powerhouse color can be!

81. Cadmium Red + Borage Blue + Frail Fuchsia

#e1001e – #5b61c5 – #e688ee

This flower illustration by Polina Kirilenko is part of a whole series of floral pieces by the same author dedicated to 8th of March and women’s rights.

Personal, commercial, and editorial work by Sebastian Cestaro and SpongeBob SquarePants character illustration by Angga Tantama.

Im Stream Der Zeit’s Yukno Vinyl Cover design by Sandro Rybak and Wen Dau Mullet Roe brand identity by Bc Huang.

86. Desert Coral + Jamaica Bay + Lucky Grey

#d3605a – #95ccc7 – #767676

This is an illustration by Laura Wächter for the Telos Magazine on the topic of future scenarios.

Sofia Graffiti Map posters design by FourPlus Studio and “Eliza”, an artistic photography project by Anastasia Popova and Eliza Photo.

Illustrations for Douban book weekly calendar by Hao Hao, and Tooniverse Channel Manifesto animation by Yongmyung Kim.

Fresh combos in orange

Orange has a way of making designs feel lively and inviting. It can be fiery and bold next to deep blues, bright and playful with greens, or rich and earthy with warm neutrals. Some combos feel zesty and fresh, while others lean into a more cozy, autumn vibe. No matter the mood, these orange-based palettes bring plenty of energy to any design.

91. Deep Orange + Iridescent Purple + Sanskrit + Lollipop

#d45004 – #a175d5 – #e69433 – #d6253f

“Peligro”‘s taste is slightly changing in each lot with each season. The package design and brand identity were designed by Mayuko Kanazawa.

Next, we have The Rise of Hotel Day Passes, which is an illustration by Ellice Weaver for the Washington Post. On the right, this is a serene illustration for the book History of a Synthesizer, illustrated and written by Andreaga.

Rambala dog treats brand identity design by Sed Estudio and Happy Plant Botanicals branding by Fulya Kuzu.

96. Martian Colony + Blue Racer

#e7720c – #4caaa9

Kaiju Food on the Waves design for t-shirts, prints, and home decor by Ilustrata studio.

This is one of the many Book of Resilience Game illustrations by Murat Kalkavan that you can check out on his full project page. Next, this is a screenshot that shows off Fizz, Jiwon Jung, and Jungeun Lee’s character design from a video they created for a Hyundai Digital Art Contest.

Good Twin is an alcohol-free wine made from organic grapes. The package design comes from Forth+Back Studio. And last, in orange, we have LINKA’s branding by CRY LAB.

Yellow Color Pallettes

Yellow can feel soft and cheerful with pastels, bold and high-contrast with deep purples or blues, or warm and vintage with browns and oranges. Some combos feel like pure sunshine, but others have a more refined, golden touch. These yellow-based palettes prove that a little sunshine makes everything better.

101. Tibetan Yellow + Diva Pink + Spritzig

#fbdf00 – #f53e78 – #79c0ea

Shape Up!: The Infinite Possibilities of Shapes in Design is a book about geometric shapes. The book was designed by Antiny, Wu Yanting and Sandu Publishing.

Café Ottega’s brand identity design by Larìssa Graboskì and a landing page design for the brand I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter! by Elen Winata.

‘One Step Closer ’ is a commercial for the Colorado Lottery, designed by Niceshit Studio and Facundo Capece. Next is a conceptual video for BINGGRAE LAB by Heo Chang Jeong.

106. Anna Banana + Turquoise Chalk + Pink Prestige

#f7d64a – #78e7d8 – #ee9aaa

Indie Spirit branding design by Fibra in three different can designs you can see in detail on the project page. 

Missile Plus Drinks brand visual identity by Robinsson Cravents and branding design for kids apparel brand Petit Bazaar by Heavy. 

Lastly, yellows work amazingly for PYM Mood Chews’s package design by Night Shift and in this lovely illustration for Paulie Garand & DJ Wich’s album cover by Jindřich Janíček.

Color Combinations with Blues 

Blue is calming, trustworthy, and always looks good with just about anything. It creates awesome contrasts with oranges and reds and more serene pairings with greens and grays. Blue knows how to show up and make an impact.

111. Aroma Blue + Yuzu Jam + Trout Caviar

#94d4d5 – #fad500 – #f45700

This is a lovely book illustration by Nadiia Makarova for Joey, the Stowaway Cat. Check out the entire project for sketches, more color palettes, and more furry pages from the book.

Baskin Robbins LED media wall-motion graphic video by BICTURE studio and Baekje illustrations by Go Yewon.

Data and technology isometric illustration for Sabio Group by Patswerk and a landscape illustration by Harry Goldhawk.

116. Adamantine Blue + Sango Red + Yellowy Green + Light Shōtoku Purple

#47b0ff – #f66a48 – #c4f627 – #b959ef

Here you have two hairy and fun characters Pep and Perk, for a kids video by Jungmin Studio.

Samsung X Genshin Impact Edition accessory case design by HEAZ and a colorful abstract illustration by Yo Az.

Last in the blue color palettes section, we have a sample from an illustration series created around the subject of birds by Charlie Davis. And on the right, Deep Ellum Safe branding by Matchbox Studio.

Green Color Combinations

Next, we have green that is chill, refreshing, and full of life. You can combine it with earthy tones for a grounded vibe or mix it with brighter shades to give more contrast to your design.

121. Midsummer Field + Sunset Peach + Peaty Brown

#8acb45 – #f7aa7e – #582309

Illustrations for a fun recipe website called Rapadura by Anushka Tendolkar.

A book illustration by Micah Barta from The Talented Mr. Wrigley book and Bouquet artwork by Spiros Halaris.

An illustration from the Bichos artwork series by Victor Vilela and a totem face design by Diego Della Posta.

126. Beer Garden + Pheromone Purple + Strawberry Milkshake + Highlighter Blue

#479235 – #9229b5 – #d76c89 – #3cb1dc

Music To Your Eyes VR simulation experience design by Wade Jeffree, Leta Sobierajski, and Brian Banton.

Moments of The FIFA World Cup Brazil 2014 illustration by Dipanjan Biswas and sizzle reel for NerdWallet+ by Champ Panupong.

“Borrowers Afield” book illustration by Olga Smirnova and The Magic of Love from Harrods illustration by Yulong Lli.

Color Combinations with Purples 

Purple is a luxurious color that adds drama and a lot of personality. It works great with soft pinks for a dreamy, romantic feel, but if you combine it with yellows and oranges, you’ll get pure energy.

131. Gumball + Raspberry Sorbet + Perrywinkle + Kiwi Pulp

#e6b2d1 – #d63868 – #998cdb – #a5fc45

Untyped is a haircare brand for bold and ambitious women of color with textured hair. This awesome brand identity design was created by Oke Adewunmi.

Sabóia Residence 795 Real Estate branding design by Musa WorkLab and Kork Organic Chardonnay drink package design by Foundry Studio.

Silly Berets fashion design by So Lazo and Samba TV illustration by Minji Moon.

136. Shy Moment + Royal Flycatcher Crest + Rose Mallow

#ae97fe – #f16d00 – #f7a5c7

Digital illustrations for Tubik Academy with purple and pink primary colors. 

A 3D illustration for Atlas Explorer’s landing page by WOAO 3D and a flat style portrait by Dorota Liwacz for a personal project. 

A merch items design for Unknown Mortal Orchestra by POGO and Jolly Jamming 3D illustrations by Five Three Five Design.

Color Combinations with Mocha

I put this one here instead of brown, because just like anyone else, I’m obsessed with the new mocha mousse by Pantone. Of course, this is just an inspiration, so I included different palettes that bring a similar vibe, not the Pantone color itself. Mocha is the perfect mix of cozy and sophisticated because it’s warm, rich, and paqirs amazingly with soft creams and pastels.

141. Sugared Almond Mocha + American Yellow

#B39B7B – #F0B700

Bowermans is a furniture manufacturer for commercial projects in Australia. Nick Barclay designed their new brand identity. 

A moodboard by Hida LAB dedicated to Mocha Mousse and Kivira Naturals Skincare branding and packaging design by Gunjan Vaghasiya.

Atelier Interior brand identity design by Amigdala Studio and Chic Coffe UI design by Larissa Araujo.

146. Kurumizome Brown + Orange Liqueur + Pico Ivory

#A07863 – #F0AC7D – #FDF2E7

Next, we have Peach Palm Sunset Collection for fabrics and wallpapers by Annika Lima.

The Queen’s Gambit illustrated poster by Ilham Mustaqim and Mocha Mousse wallpaper collection by Daniela di Niro.

And the last mocha palettes example come from Jna Janoud for a Starbucks social media poster and a cute 3D coffee cat by YU MM.

A free catalog with all the color combos (+hex codes)

As promised, here’s a free PDF catalog with all the color combinations in this article. You can download it and use it to show it to your clients so they can easily make a palette choice, or just use it for yourself for inspiration or to copy the hex codes and try them out.

 

And there you have it! A full rainbow of color combos that hopefully inspired you and made your color choices a little less stressful. Color is all about fun, so don’t be afraid to experiment!