Triadic colours
Three colours spaced evenly around the colour wheel.
Technical definition
Three hues separated by 120° from each other.
Common confusion
A triadic scheme is not the same as picking three random bold colours — the even spacing is the defining feature.
Example
Red, yellow and blue form a triadic set.
Why it matters
Triadic schemes are a common way to get strong contrast while keeping some balance, used often in branding.
Related terms
Sources
- Colourwise editorial synthesis — Colourwise