Blog design is pretty much everything in a blog and ultimately determines whether or not a new reader will continue reading your blog or move on to another one. And the most important thing about a blog design? Your blog's color scheme. They're are a huge part of your blog design and keep it looking neat and put together, while giving your blog a branded look.
How many to choose
Keep it simple. Only use 3-4 main colors in your blog design. Too many look a crazy and messy!
What to choose
I'd recommend choosing a few of your favorite colors to start out with, and then branching out a bit and seeing how they do next to another color you're not too sure about. Try out some 'weird' color combos if you'd like! It might help spark some new ideas and combos. (For example, maroon and light grey)
Below, I'll show you some great examples of excellent blog colors that make the blog designs look neat and cohesive.
Kaelah's blog colors are yellow, pink, purple, and green, with a hint of grey. She also has a pretty watercolor thing going on and it looks just lovely! It gives it a bold yet dainty look. Color use: A+
Emma & Elsie's blog is also nice -- clean, simple, with handmade touches. Main colors being: green, blue, black, and white, also with hints of dark grey. The design also consists of pops of color and looks beautiful (no pun intended)! I also love the black color used for the header. It makes it look bold and modern. Color use: A+
Kate's blog is one of my favorites. Super simple with only 4 main colors: pink, cream yellow-ish, white, and some grey. It makes the blog look very branded and gives the blog a really cohesive look that says "Kate" For color, this blog is a shining example!
Color use: A++
And for my blog, I use these main 4 colors:
Very simple, and with light pastels.
Anyway, that's today's blogging lesson, and I hope you enjoyed it! What are your blog's main color scheme?
Very insightful and I love your blog's colour scheme! :)
ReplyDeleteKelly
http://pixelbaby.net
I love all those blog designs (and the blogs themselves!) and your new theme is super great. I use a light pink/coral hue for the background, and tones of grey, sometimes a pop of mint too :]
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♥ Emily
teatreevintage.blogspot.com
im all about the natural colors!
ReplyDeleteI love the colors of your blog! My blog is all coral and pink tones! My favorite!
ReplyDeleteGyspybee.blogspot.com
This is was super helpful! I am think of re-doing my blog style at the moment, just needed a bit of inspiration!
ReplyDeleteAnna
http://opshopaholic.blogspot.co.nz
This is really educational!Especially that I am new to blogging I'll be using the advice.
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Sophie
http://sophiamusoki.wordpress.com/