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colour palette

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The specific set of colours chosen to represent a brand and used across everything it makes. Sticking to this fixed set is what makes a company instantly recognisable by colour alone.

Synonyms

  • brand colours
  • colour scheme
  • colorway

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In plain words

  • the set of colours a brand always uses
  • the official brand colours

Usage example

Their colour palette is built around a single bold purple with two neutral supports.

Don't confuse with…

  • accent colourThe palette is the whole approved set; an accent colour is one member used sparingly for emphasis.

Categories

  • Branding & identity

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  • Synonymbrand guidelines synonym of style guide

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