{"id":365,"date":"2026-10-07T06:04:31","date_gmt":"2026-10-07T06:04:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/viralbulls.com\/knowledge-base\/?post_type=dgkb_article&p=365"},"modified":"2026-10-07T06:04:31","modified_gmt":"2026-10-07T06:04:31","slug":"what-is-a-brand-colour-palette-and-how-do-i-build-one","status":"publish","type":"dgkb_article","link":"https:\/\/viralbulls.com\/knowledge-base\/articles\/what-is-a-brand-colour-palette-and-how-do-i-build-one\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is a Brand Colour Palette and How Do I Build One?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A brand colour palette<\/a> is the set of colours your business uses consistently across its logo, website, packaging, and marketing. To build one, choose a primary colour, add supporting and neutral colours, and record exact colour codes.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consistent colour makes a brand recognisable at a glance. A defined palette also saves time, because designers and partners know exactly which colours to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Does a Brand Colour Palette Include?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Most palettes use a small, structured set of colours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A typical palette has:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • One or two primary colours that represent the brand<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Secondary colours that support the primary colours<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • An accent colour for buttons and highlights<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Neutral colours such as white, grey, and black<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Exact codes in HEX, RGB, CMYK, and Pantone where needed<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Rules for how and where each colour is used<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    How Do You Build One?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Follow a simple step-by-step process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Steps include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Start with your brand personality and audience<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Think about what colours mean to your customers, since meaning can vary by culture<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Look at competitors so you can stand out<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Choose a main colour, then build around it with a tool such as Adobe Color or Coolors<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Follow the 60-30-10 rule: 60% dominant, 30% secondary, 10% accent<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Test the colours on your logo, website, and print materials<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      What Should You Check Before Finalising?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Practical checks prevent problems later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Make sure you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Check contrast so text is easy to read, aiming for WCAG ratio of at least 4.5:1 for body text<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • View colours on different screens and in print<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Ensure the logo works on light and dark backgrounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Limit the palette to a manageable number of colours<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Document everything in a simple brand guide<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Conclusion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        A good colour palette makes your brand consistent and memorable. Keep it simple, document the exact codes, and test it everywhere your brand appears.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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