Palette
Palette discipline creates trust
- Every color should have a name and a job.
- Too many accent colors weaken hierarchy.
- The palette should support both brand expression and everyday interface clarity.
Weak versus strong
Too many
Weak
Every section has a new accent.
Strong
Remove colors that do not carry a role.
Too vague
Weak
Names like blue1 and nice-green hide meaning.
Strong
Name colors by role and state.
Too quiet
Weak
Everything is soft, so nothing is clear.
Strong
Reserve enough contrast for action and feedback.