How to wear coral
A coral dress or blouse looks great with nude or gold sandals. With jeans or white pants you get a summer look. For the office, pair it with navy or gray. Gold accessories bring out its warmth.
Coral in home decor
Coral works as an accent on throw pillows, vases, rugs or a kitchen wall. Pair it with white, light wood and natural fibers. With turquoise or seafoam green you get a coastal feel. Use it sparingly so it doesn't overwhelm.
Coral in graphic and web design
Coral is a good color for buttons and calls to action. With white text, contrast is low at small sizes; on navy backgrounds it really stands out.
What to avoid
Avoid pairing it with red or bright orange, because they compete and coral looks dirty. It also clashes with intense purples.
See the full coral color page with all its codes and shades.