Padded Leaf
Padded Leaf (#859e94) offers a quiet sophistication to any design. This muted green carries an earthy undertone, giving it a calm yet assured presence. Its balanced saturation makes it highly versatile, providing a stable, natural foundation or a gentle accent without overpowering other elements in a palette. Padded Leaf feels both timeless and refreshingly modern, embodying understated elegance.
Pairs well with
Analogous
Neighbours on the color wheel, producing a cohesive, low-tension pairing.
Complementary
Direct opposites on the wheel, for maximum contrast.
Split complementary
The two colors bordering the complement — contrast with less tension.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced around the wheel, bold and balanced.
Tetradic
Two complementary pairs, forming a rich four-color set.
Square
Four colors evenly spaced for a balanced, high-contrast set.
Shades, tints & tones
Shades
Mixed with black — deeper, heavier.
Tints
Mixed with white — softer, less saturated.
Tones
Mixed with gray — muted, quieter.