Analogous Palette Generator
Generate an analogous color palette — neighboring hues on the color wheel — from a base color, for a harmonious set without aggressive contrast. All color computation happens in your browser.
How It Works
On the color wheel, analogous colors are hues neighboring the base color (for example blue, blue-green, and green), naturally creating harmonious combinations because the hues never strongly oppose each other. This tool converts your base color to HSL, then generates four neighboring hues by shifting the hue component on either side while keeping the same saturation and lightness for visual consistency.
What's the difference between an analogous palette and a complementary palette?
A complementary palette pairs colors opposite each other on the color wheel (for example blue and orange) for strong, dynamic contrast, while an analogous palette stays with nearby hues for a softer, more cohesive look, often used for backgrounds or gradients.
How do I choose the right spacing between hues?
A small spacing (10–15°) produces very close, almost monochrome hues, while a wider spacing (30–45°) visibly broadens the palette while staying within the same color family. Adjust the slider to find the right balance for your project.
No color or generated palette is sent to a server: the calculation stays entirely local to your browser.