Midpoint Color
#95639D
#3B82F6
#5978D8
#776DBB
#95639D
#B3597F
#D14E62
#EF4444
--blend-0: #3B82F6; --blend-1: #5978D8; --blend-2: #776DBB; --blend-3: #95639D; --blend-4: #B3597F; --blend-5: #D14E62; --blend-6: #EF4444;
🎨 What is Color Blender?
Color Blender automatically generates intermediate colors between two selected colors. Choose a start and end color, specify the number of steps, and get a smooth color sequence. Perfect for gradient design, color palette creation, UI theme development, and data visualization. All generated colors are provided as HEX codes with CSS variable output ready for copy-paste.
📊 Blending Methods Comparison
| Method | Description | Characteristics |
|---|---|---|
| RGB Linear | Linear interpolation of R, G, B channels | Most basic, may darken in the middle |
| HSL | Interpolates hue, saturation, lightness | Natural color transitions |
| LAB | Interpolates in perceptual color space | Perceptually uniform changes |
| HCL | Hue-chroma-luminance cylindrical | Maintains vibrancy, design-friendly |
💡 Color Blending Tips
- Brand color expansion: Generate lighter/darker variations from your primary color
- Data visualization: Create smooth color ranges for charts and graphs
- Hover effects: Generate base/hover state colors for buttons
- Theme scales: Build consistent scales from primary-100 to primary-900
- Gradient backgrounds: Add intermediate colors to CSS gradients for smoother effects
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do blended colors look darker in the middle?▼
RGB linear interpolation averages each channel, so complementary colors (like red-cyan) blend toward gray. To avoid this, use HSL or LAB interpolation methods instead.
How many steps should I use?▼
It depends on your use case. Button hover effects need 2-3 steps, color palettes work well with 5-9 steps, and data visualization legends typically use 7-11 steps.
How do I use the CSS variables?▼
Declare them in :root as --blend-0, --blend-1, etc., then use var(--blend-3) in your styles. In Tailwind, extend colors to register them and use classes like bg-blend-3.
What is Color Blender?
Mix two colors to create intermediate shades. Generate a range of colors between any two endpoints. Useful for creating smooth transitions and finding midpoint colors.