Color Palettes

Summer color palettes

Summer calls for vivid, saturated colors: ocean blue, sunny yellow and fruits like watermelon and mango. These 12 palettes work for seasonal campaigns, parties, swimwear and social media content.

Sun and Sea

The most recognizable summer combination.

Watermelon

Fun for drinks, ice cream and birthdays.

Coral and Turquoise

Fresh and cheerful for beach shops.

Mango and Passion Fruit

Tropical and warm, ideal for juices and food.

Pool Day

Clean blues for hotels and clubs.

Fruit Popsicle

Soft and sweet for ice cream shops.

Summer Sunset

A gradient for backgrounds and covers.

Lemonade

Yellow and green, very refreshing.

Summer Festival

Bold colors for concerts and parties.

Sand and Beach Umbrella

Red, white and blue beach stripes.

Lime and Mint

Fresh greens for cocktails and drinks.

Summer Night

For evening parties and rooftop bars.

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Turn up the saturation

Unlike winter, summer colors can be vivid. A good turquoise or an intense coral says sun and vacation instantly.

Balance with white

White feels fresh and bright. Use it as a background so the vivid colors don't overwhelm the eye.

Borrow fruit colors

Watermelon, mango, lemon and pineapple are easy sources for summer palettes. And they're understood everywhere.

Colors in these palettes

Warm whiteSaffronMangoPetrol blueSnow whiteOff-whiteSalmonMelonPine greenOld laceCantaloupeAlice bluePowder blueWhitePinkChampagne

Frequently asked questions

What colors are summer colors?

Turquoise, ocean blue, yellow, orange, coral, watermelon pink and lime green. They're vivid, bright colors.

What colors should I use for a summer party?

Combine two or three vivid colors, like coral, turquoise and yellow, on a white base. Add green if you're decorating with flowers or fruit.

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