Color Palettes

Red and blue: how to pair them

Red and blue work thanks to their temperature contrast: one is warm and the other cool. They are two strong primary colors. They work best when one is darker, like navy with red.

Red · #C8102E
Blue · #1F4E9C

Red and blue palettes

Classic
Pastel
Deep
Balanced
Neutral with accent
High contrast

Tips for pairing them

Use a dark blue as the base and red as the accent, and add white to let it breathe. In fashion, a navy blazer with a red detail is elegant; nautical style uses all three colors. At home, keep red to a few pieces, like pillows or a lamp. In design, it is a classic combo for sports brands.

Contrast between them: 1.4:1. Don’t put text in one color on the other: it’s hard to read.

More about these colors

Frequently asked questions

Why do red and blue look good together?

Because one is warm and the other cool, which creates a balanced contrast. White helps separate them.

What shade of blue goes with red?

Navy is the most elegant. Royal blue is bolder and sportier.

More two-color combinations