Tips for Creating the Perfect Color Scheme for Your Design

When designing your own custom t-shirt or logo, color scheme plays a key role in the overall effect of your design. Check out our tips on how to choose your custom color scheme below!

Moods:

Colors have a direct effect on the viewer’s mood. Choosing the right color for your logo or t-shirt design is critical to the success of the design. What message are you trying to convey to your consumers? Check out our color chart reference guide to choose the color that suits your design best!

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Complimentary Color Scheme:

Colors located directly opposite each other on the color wheel are called complimentary. Complimentary colors typically convey a bold statement. T-shirt designs with complimentary colors really make your logo pop!

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Analogous Color Scheme:

Analogous colors are adjacent to one another on the color wheel. For example, green and yellow color combinations are analogous. This scheme works great for creating harmony and unity in your design.

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Triadic Color Scheme:

Triadic colors are equally spaced across the color wheel and come in groups of three. Your primary colors-red, yellow, and blue-are the prime example of a triadic scheme. These colors often convey variety.

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Split Complimentary Color Scheme:

Split complimentary colors incorporate a color and the two colors next to its compliment across the color wheel. For instance, if you choose yellow, then blue and purple are the adjacent colors across the wheel.

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Monochromatic Color Scheme:

Colors of the same hue are called monochromatic. Monochromatic colors work great for subtle variation. Place your light blue logo on a navy shirt to give you a tonal effect that is sure to wow your consumers.

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Whatever colors you choose, Alamo Tees is here to help! Start with an idea in mind or let one of our professional artists assist you in your custom logo and t-shirt designs. Call or send us an email at (210) 699-3800 or sales@alamotees.com for a free quote on our services.