Color Combinations that go with ORANGE

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Get Inspired with Unique Color Combos that use orange

Orange isn’t just for construction zones and traffic cones. Color palettes with orange add a unique burst of bright warmth to any project, from crafts and home decor to other types of artwork. While orange goes especially well with fall themes, it can also bring a sunny and bright feel to any time of the year!

Scroll down to discover 9 inspiring color combinations that make great use of the color orange.

1. Simple Modern Orange Palette

This simple color palette combines shades of orange with neutral grays. The result is a look that is clean, modern, and vibrant without being overly colorful.

Modern image of a branch with white flower blooms in a white vase in front of an orange wall. Color palette with orange, yellow orange, reddish orange, medium gray, and light gray.
Simple Modern Orange Palette

2. Warm Orange and Cool Mint Green Palette

This color combination is reminiscent of a summertime beach house. The orange in this palette is a soft peach color that contrasts gently with the cool mint green and gray. The combination of colors is light and refreshing.

Image of a side porch with a sofa and vases filled with flowers. Color palette with orange, peach orange, dark mint green, light mint green, and gray.
Warm orange and cool mint green color palette

3. Fiery Orange Palette

The colors in this fiery orange palette are like autumn leaves glowing in the sunlight. It includes shades of orange, red, and yellow like flames on a candle. It’s a perfect palette when you need energizing colors.

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Fiery Orange Palette

4. Vibrant Orange and Hot Pink Palette

Orange, pink, and yellow make a playful combination in this color palette. This combination is particularly fun for fashion or springtime decor.

Image of a room with a couch, pink and black spotted rug, and orange wall. Color palette with orange, bright yellow, and hot pink.
Vibrant orange and hot pink palette

5. Rustic Orange and Brown Palette

This combination of orange and brown evokes a sense of rustic charm. Brown grounds the vibrancy of orange, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Image of a vintage wooden door and color palette. Palette colors with orange, red orange, deep yellow, brown and dark brown.
Rustic Orange and Brown Palette

6. Orange Spice and Lavender Palette

Orange and lavender is an elegant combination. The calming purple tones down the vibrancy of orange. The sand yellow and warm gray help tone the orange as well. All together, this color palette has a unique and sophisticated vibe.

Image of 3 pillar candles on a wooden surface. Color palette with orange, lavender purple, dark purple, deep yellow, and gray.
Orange Spice and Lavender Palette

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7. Tropical Orange and Deep Blue Palette

An orange and blue palette is a striking combination. The deep blue creates a calming contrast that allows the bright orange to stand out. The addition of yellow adds variety to this majestic color palette.

Image of a dramatic sunset over a lake and a color palette. Palette colors are orange, yellow, and blue.
Tropical Orange and Deep Blue Palette

8. Orange and Turquoise Green Palette

This combination of orange and turquoise green is unexpected yet beautiful. The cool green balances the warmth of orange, creating a visually interesting and energetic pairing. The peach and light yellow tan helps make this combination even more inviting.

Image of bedroom with flowered rug, table, and art on the wall. Color palette with orange, light orange, beige, and turquoise green.
Orange and turquoise green palette

9. Deep Dramatic Orange and Black Palette

Black adds sophistication and drama to any orange shade. This high-contrast combination can be bold and eye-catching. The addition of red, reddish brown, and gray increases the visual interest while still capturing the drama. This would make an bold palette for a special event in autumn.

Image of a couple dressed in black wedding formalwear and holding a bouquet of orange flowers. Color palette with orange, black, gray, red, and brown.
Deep dramatic orange and black palette

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