Coolors

Coolors’ “Popular Palettes” features the most-liked 5-color combos by designers worldwide—modern, high-contrast, and UI-ready. Copy HEX codes or export to CSS/SVG instantly. See how others use each palette in real projects. Free, no login needed, and perfect for fast access to proven, on-trend color schemes.

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What is Coolors

Coolors’ Trending page is my weekly ‘color trend radar.’ It doesn’t just dump random swatches—it showcases real palettes that designers around the world are actively using and sharing. Whether it’s minimalist branding, vibrant illustrations, web UIs, or print materials, every palette is tagged by style, topic, and dominant color. Best of all? Each one comes from a real project—you can often see what kind of design it was used for. This isn’t just inspiration; it’s a live snapshot of global design trends.

Trending Homepage (with Filters)

Palette Detail Page (with Export & Contrast Checker)

How to use Coolors

Browse Trending Palettes Efficiently

Go to https://coolors.co/palettes/trending
Use top filters: Style (e.g., Minimal, Earthy), Color (click a hue), or Topic (e.g., Web, Branding)
Click any palette to view large swatches, HEX values, and possible project images
Click a color to copy HEX; click “Export” for PDF/CSS/SVG (some require Pro)
Log in to save to Collections or Projects for later

Pro Tips

Reverse Filter: Pick a base color (e.g., #FF6B6B), then add “Branding” to find red-themed brand examples
Validate Accessibility: Use “Contrast Checker” on the detail page to avoid readability issues
Bring into Workflow: Import palettes directly into Figma via the official plugin
Follow Creators: Some palettes show author names—track their profiles for consistent style cues

Coolors Key Features

Real Community Trends

All palettes are publicly shared by users—reflecting actual design practice

Multi-Dimensional Filtering

Filter by Style, Color, and Topic to find exactly what you need

Professional 5-Color Structure

Each palette has 5 colors—ideal for building complete design systems

Project Context Included

Many palettes include usage images or project descriptions for clarity

One-Click Copy & Export

Copy HEX/RGB for free; Pro users export PDF/CSS/SVG watermark-free

Built-in Contrast Checker

Validate accessibility compliance with WCAG contrast ratios

Fully Responsive

Browse and pick colors seamlessly across desktop, tablet, and mobile

Figma & Adobe Plugin Ready

Import trending palettes directly into your design tools via official plugins

Coolors Use Cases

Track Annual Color Trends

Quickly spot dominant hues and emerging styles (e.g., neumorphism, glassmorphism)

Competitive Color Analysis

Study how peers in your industry use color—and find your unique angle

Client Pitch Preparation

Arm yourself with on-trend, industry-relevant palettes for proposals

Design System Benchmarking

Learn from proven 5-color structures to build your own system

Teaching with Real Examples

Use authentic cases in color theory or branding coursework

Cross-Media Color Adaptation

See how palettes work across digital and print—then adapt confidently

Coolors Pros & Cons

Pros

Palettes come from real projects—not algorithmic noise—making them highly actionable

Triple-filter system (Style/Color/Topic) delivers surgical precision

Standardized 5-color format aligns perfectly with design system best practices

Many palettes include context images, showing real-world application

Built-in WCAG contrast checker elevates accessibility awareness

Deep integration with Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud

Modern UI with fast loading and smooth interaction

Cons

Advanced exports (watermark-free PDF/SVG) require Pro subscription

Free users can’t access “Palette Visualizer” for real-design previews

Some palettes lack descriptions or context imagery

Interface is English-only, posing a slight barrier for non-English speakers

No industry-specific filtering (e.g., finance, healthcare)

Coolors FAQ

Q1: Can I use Trending palettes commercially for free?

Yes! Any palette not marked 'Private' is free for personal and commercial use. Coolors states that publicly shared palettes are effectively public domain. Still, crediting the creator in high-stakes projects is a respectful touch.

Q2: Why do some palettes lack images or descriptions?

It’s up to the uploader. For better context, prioritize palettes with images or rich tags—they’re usually more intentional and higher quality.

Q3: Can free users export palettes?

Yes, but exports (PDF/PNG) include a Coolors watermark. Watermark-free files and code formats (CSS/SVG) require Pro. However, all HEX/RGB values are free to copy.

Q4: How do I get my palette featured on Trending?

When saving your palette, mark it as 'Public' and add relevant Style and Topic tags. High-engagement palettes (likes, saves) naturally rise in visibility—including Trending.

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