Color isn't decoration — it's information. A single hue can shift perception, build trust, or guide attention without the reader ever noticing.
Maren Ellis
June 28, 2026
Every color decision in a design is a small argument — a claim about what matters. The best designers make these arguments deliberately, choosing hues that speak before words do.
Why Hue Matters More Than Shade
Shade and tone are finishing touches. Hue is the voice. It's the first thing perceived and the last thing forgotten.
"Color is the keyboard, the eyes are the harmonies, the soul is the piano." — Kandinsky
Which is why picking the right hue deserves far more time than most teams give it. Start with intention, not convention.