What color combinations go well together?
On One Hand: Similarity Adds CalmnessOne way to determine color coordination is to look at a color wheel. To find two or three colors that go well together, choose a primary color and then add the color immediately to the left or right of it; those three colors are monochromatic but complementary–such as green flanked by yellow and blue.On the Other: Contrast Adds DramaAnother option is to choose a primary color and then find the color that is directly across the color wheel; this color, while complementing the primary color, adds contrast and drama–for example orange and blue.Bottom LineWhether you are trying to sell a house, dress yourself or design a wesite, a color wheel is a trusted place to foster color ideas. Before making a decision, place examples of the color options next to each other and evaluate how they make you feel. If you like what you see, go for it.
