Graphic Design

It’s no surprise that most color names are pretty long. With about 10 million colors in the world, each one needs a unique name to stand out. That often involves adding an extra word to emphasize the rest of the name, making some of the longest color names nearly 30 characters! With names that long, […]

When you sit down to create a new design, you’re faced with an exciting opportunity: selecting the color palette you’re going to use. However, even the most talented designer is bound to run out of color inspiration every now and then. We all need a bit of help sometimes, so if you’ve found yourself struggling

For centuries, artists and designers have taken inspiration from the natural world. And for anyone in the design field, nature offers an endless supply of colors to incorporate into new projects. The many flowers of the world offer an especially diverse palette. One of these is the softly-colored, sweet-smelling lilac. Here’s a bit about this

Everyone’s familiar with beige. Love it or hate it, this quiet neutral is ubiquitous in the worlds of interior design, fashion, and more. It’s incredibly versatile, but it still gets a bad rap sometimes — the word “beige” is sometimes used to describe something bland or boring. However, when you use it thoughtfully, beige is

Shades of purple and violet aren’t too common in nature, but that makes them all that much more spectacular when they do appear. One of these lovely shades is mauve — the pale purple, pink-tinged shade of the wild mallow flower found in Europe, North Africa, and Asia. Mauve is a color that’s much more

Deep, mysterious, and often misunderstood, teal is a color that always makes a statement. In most cases, that’s a good thing — unless you use it carelessly. Not sure how to use teal in your next design? Let’s dive into the color teal and examine its history, meaning, and how you can harness its power

Blue is the world’s most popular favorite color. But as everyone knows, there are seemingly endless shades of blue. You might prefer light, cheery sky blue — but your best friend might be more partial to navy. One of the most well-known (and well-liked) shades of blue is royal blue. This cool yet lively shade

Few colors evoke dignity and sophistication like burgundy does. This deep, dark jewel tone can be used to create striking interiors, make elegant outfits, and round out captivating digital designs. Maybe you’re already well-acquainted with burgundy, or maybe you have only a passing familiarity with this versatile shade. Either way, here’s a deep dive into

The world of color is full of beautiful and intriguing hues. But as you might have already noticed, it’s also filled with unique and unusual color names. Many of these names are single words or short phrases — they’re evocative but still brief and straight to the point. However, every so often, you notice color

Whether you pulled them from pristine boxes or dug them out of ancient plastic tubs, colorful crayons were likely an important part of your formative years. As a young child, you (probably) didn’t delve into color codes or try to figure out what exactly made the colors different. However, for anyone who developed an interest