Split Complementary Colors

Generate balanced 3-color schemes using split complementary harmony

Base Color Input

Interactive Split Complementary Wheel

Click on the color wheel to adjust the base color. Split complementary colors are automatically calculated.

Current Split Complementary Scheme

Base Color

Split Complement 1

Split Complement 2

Split Complementary Variations

Explore different split complementary combinations

About Split Complementary Colors

Split complementary color schemes use a base color and two colors adjacent to its complement. This creates high contrast while remaining more balanced than true complementary schemes.

Characteristics:

High Contrast: Strong visual impact like complementary
More Balanced: Less tension than direct complements
Vibrant: Rich, energetic color combinations
Versatile: Works for both web and print design

Best Uses:

Branding: Bold, memorable color identities
Web Design: High-impact visual hierarchies
Art: Dynamic, energetic compositions
Photography: Color grading and tone mapping