Discover perfect opposite colors on the color wheel. Create high-contrast color combinations for stunning designs.
Select a color using the color picker or enter a HEX code. This will be your starting point for finding complementary colors.
Choose from exact complementary, split complementary, triadic, or tetradic color schemes based on your design needs.
Instantly see your complementary colors with HEX, RGB, and HSL codes. Export or copy to use in your projects.
Use complementary colors to make buttons and CTAs stand out with maximum visual impact and grab user attention.
Create memorable logos with high contrast using complementary colors that pop and remain visible in any context.
Design eye-catching websites with complementary color schemes that create visual hierarchy and guide user attention.
Make charts and graphs more readable by using complementary colors to differentiate data points and categories.
Search for complementary colors across HSL, RYB, and LAB color spaces to find the best matches for your specific design needs.
Find complementary colors and explore split-complementary, triadic, and tetradic variations for comprehensive color scheme options.
Instantly see complementary color matches with real-time updates, detailed color codes, and visual comparisons as you search.
Download complementary color schemes in multiple formats (HEX, RGB, CSS) ready for immediate use in your design projects.
Two colors positioned directly opposite each other on the color wheel (180°). Produces maximum contrast and creates strong visual impact.
180° apart
Combines your base color with two colors adjacent to its complement. Provides visual contrast while reducing the intensity of direct complements.
150° and 210° apart
Three colors positioned at equal intervals (120°) around the color wheel. Produces dynamic, well-balanced color combinations with strong visual interest.
120° apart
Four colors arranged in a rectangle pattern on the color wheel. Creates rich, balanced color schemes with multiple complementary pairs.
90° apart
Use the tool to find complementary colors for multiple base colors. Compare different complementary pairs to choose the best combinations for your design.
Experiment with split-complementary and triadic variations. These provide contrast with less visual tension than direct complements.
Understand that complementary colors are 180° apart on the color wheel. Use this knowledge to predict and verify complementary relationships.
Always test complementary color pairs with our contrast checker. High contrast doesn't always mean good readability - verify accessibility standards.
Apply 60% of a dominant color, 30% of a secondary color, and 10% of the complementary color as an accent for balanced designs.
Pure complementary colors can be too intense. Try using tints, tones, or shades to create more sophisticated color combinations.
Always check contrast ratios with our contrast checker to ensure your complementary colors meet WCAG standards.
For less visual tension, use split complementary schemes which offer contrast while being easier on the eyes.
Complementary colors are pairs of colors that sit directly opposite each other on the color wheel. When placed together, they create maximum contrast and visual impact.
Simply enter your color's HEX code or use the color picker to select it. Our tool automatically calculates the exact opposite color on the color wheel (180° rotation).
HSL: Best for digital design (screens). RYB: Traditional artist's color wheel (paint mixing). LAB: Perceptually uniform, matches human vision. Each gives slightly different complementary colors.
Use split complementary when you want contrast with less visual tension. It's perfect for designs that need to be viewed for longer periods, like websites or presentations.
While complementary colors create high contrast, pure complementary pairs can cause visual vibration and eye strain. It's better to adjust the brightness/saturation or use them for accents rather than large text blocks.
Click the "Export" button to download your palette, or use "Copy" to copy all color codes to your clipboard. You can paste them directly into design tools like Figma, Adobe XD, or CSS files.