These color combinations sit directly side by side on the color wheel. The harmonious blends evoke serenity and peace. Some say this is due to analogous combinations existing so frequently in the natural world. It is recommended that you choose a primary color as a base, then choose two more to highlight. This usually works best with a secondary and tertiary color. Make sure your base color dominates, and the other two colors highlight, not overwhelm. Also, be wary of choosing colors that are too closely related, as they may blend together and wash out your design.

Examples of analogous combinations:

• Violet, blue, and teal.
• Red, fuchsia, and purple.
• Red, orange, and yellow.
• Green, blue, and purple.