Color Theory for Fashion Design: Understanding the Colour Wheel

Primary colours = Red, yellow, and blue Secondary colours = Created by mixing primary colours (e.g., orange, green, purple) Tertiary colours = Result from combining primary and secondary colours Complementary colours = Sit opposite each other on the colour wheel

Analogous Colours = Adjacent on the colour wheel, creating a harmonious effect Triadic Colours = Involves three evenly spaced colours on the wheel for variety Colour Psychology - Red = Represents power and passion, energizes and grabs attention Colour Psychology - Blue = Calming and trustworthy, ideal for creating a serene vibe

Using Complementary Colours in design = Creating bold contrasts Using Analogous Colours in design = Achieving a cohesive look Using Triadic Colours in design = Adding variety and interest Using Primary Colours in design = Foundation for mixing secondary and tertiary colours

<p>Familiarizing with colour categories = To make informed choices in design Pairing red top with green pants = Making a statement with bold contrasts Exploring colour psychology effects = Aligning colours with design goals based on emotions and perceptions Using the Colour Wheel = Organizing colours based on relationships for design decisions</p> Signup and view all the answers