A color scheme built from three colors spaced evenly around the color wheel, forming a triangle. It gives a balanced but lively palette, like red, yellow, and blue.
Synonyms
- triadic scheme
- triad
Related terms
- color wheel
- complementary colors
- color harmony
- split-complementary
In plain words
- three colors evenly spaced around the wheel
- a balanced three-color combo
Usage example
The brand's triadic scheme of purple, orange, and green felt playful without looking chaotic.
Categories
- Color