{"version":"1.0","dimension":"color-schemes","items":[{"$schema":"https://pptx.dev/schema/opf-color-scheme/v1","id":"black-and-white","name":"Black & White","accent1":"#9E9E9E","accent2":"#424242","accent3":"#616161","accent4":"#757575","accent5":"#9E9E9E","accent6":"#212121","dark1":"#000000","dark2":"#000000","followedHyperlink":"#424242","hyperlink":"#212121","light1":"#FFFFFF","light2":"#FFFFFF","summary":"Strict monochrome contrast for formal, document-style decks.","description":"A pure black-and-white scheme for decks that need maximum restraint, print compatibility, and crisp information hierarchy.","usage":"Legal briefings, compliance updates, print-first handouts, analytical appendices","psychology":"Black and white removes decorative signal and puts emphasis on structure, evidence, and hierarchy.","moodTags":["minimal","formal","neutral","high-contrast","restrained"],"industryFit":["legal","finance","government","academia","compliance"],"tags":["minimal","formal","neutral","high-contrast","restrained"],"wcagAaCompliant":true,"contrastLevel":"AAA","contrastNote":"The default dark1/light1 pairing is 21:1, exceeding WCAG AAA for normal text. Check accent usage against the chosen background for small labels."},{"$schema":"https://pptx.dev/schema/opf-color-scheme/v1","id":"bold-red","name":"Bold Red","accent1":"#A41410","accent2":"#2693A1","accent3":"#EFA517","accent4":"#E86D1F","accent5":"#324472","accent6":"#EFECCA","dark1":"#000000","dark2":"#232323","followedHyperlink":"#2693A1","hyperlink":"#324472","light1":"#FFFFFF","light2":"#DCDCDC","summary":"Confident red and teal accents for urgent, high-salience stories.","description":"A bold red-led scheme with teal and navy support. Use it when the deck needs urgency, contrast, and clear emphasis.","usage":"Turnaround plans, product launches, competitive reviews, sales kickoffs","psychology":"Red creates urgency and momentum; cooler supporting accents keep the system from feeling one-note.","moodTags":["bold","urgent","energetic","decisive","impactful"],"industryFit":["marketing","sales","retail","startups","events"],"tags":["bold","urgent","energetic","decisive","impactful"],"wcagAaCompliant":true,"contrastLevel":"AAA","contrastNote":"The default dark1/light1 pairing is 21:1, exceeding WCAG AAA for normal text. Check accent usage against the chosen background for small labels."},{"$schema":"https://pptx.dev/schema/opf-color-scheme/v1","id":"boost","name":"Boost","accent1":"#FD3223","accent2":"#0308DB","accent3":"#4F4955","accent4":"#A1DB30","accent5":"#0682FE","accent6":"#FC03BE","dark1":"#000000","dark2":"#2C2C2C","followedHyperlink":"#CC00CC","hyperlink":"#0066CC","light1":"#FFFFFF","light2":"#EFEFEF","summary":"High-energy digital accents for demos and launch moments.","description":"A vivid blue-red digital palette with bright chart accents. 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Check accent usage against the chosen background for small labels."},{"$schema":"https://pptx.dev/schema/opf-color-scheme/v1","id":"burnt-orange","name":"Burnt Orange","accent1":"#F77F00","accent2":"#D62828","accent3":"#003049","accent4":"#FCBF49","accent5":"#EAE2B7","accent6":"#BFBFBF","dark1":"#000000","dark2":"#341B00","followedHyperlink":"#D62828","hyperlink":"#003049","light1":"#FFFFFF","light2":"#FFFBF7","summary":"Warm orange and red accents for energetic commercial decks.","description":"A warm, high-contrast palette built around burnt orange, red, navy, and gold. It feels active without losing structure.","usage":"Sales narratives, brand strategy, launches, team offsites, events","psychology":"Orange reads as optimistic and approachable, while red adds urgency and navy provides grounding.","moodTags":["warm","energetic","approachable","commercial","attention-grabbing"],"industryFit":["sales","marketing","consumer brands","education","hospitality"],"tags":["warm","energetic","approachable","commercial","attention-grabbing"],"wcagAaCompliant":true,"contrastLevel":"AAA","contrastNote":"The default dark1/light1 pairing is 21:1, exceeding WCAG AAA for normal text. Check accent usage against the chosen background for small labels."},{"$schema":"https://pptx.dev/schema/opf-color-scheme/v1","id":"cool-horizon","name":"Cool Horizon","accent1":"#2874A6","accent2":"#1B4F72","accent3":"#5499C7","accent4":"#7BDBB2","accent5":"#3AC67A","accent6":"#24A89E","dark1":"#000000","dark2":"#011842","followedHyperlink":"#551A8B","hyperlink":"#0000EE","light1":"#FFFFFF","light2":"#F0F0F0","summary":"Cool blue-green palette tuned for professional business decks.","description":"A balanced cool-toned scheme with deep navy, business blues, and teal accents. 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Check accent usage against the chosen background for small labels."},{"$schema":"https://pptx.dev/schema/opf-color-scheme/v1","id":"corporate-blue","name":"Corporate Blue","accent1":"#015DFE","accent2":"#0100A6","accent3":"#02ACFF","accent4":"#94A1B2","accent5":"#E3ECF3","accent6":"#5A82FC","dark1":"#000000","dark2":"#011842","followedHyperlink":"#954F72","hyperlink":"#0563C1","light1":"#FFFFFF","light2":"#F3F7FF","summary":"Legacy corporate blue palette for conservative business contexts.","description":"A classic corporate blue scheme with strong contrast and familiar PowerPoint-era business cues.","usage":"Corporate communications, board updates, policy presentations, business reporting","psychology":"Blue is the safest trust signal in professional rooms, especially when the deck needs to feel established.","moodTags":["corporate","stable","trustworthy","conservative","professional"],"industryFit":["banking","insurance","government","enterprise","consulting"],"tags":["corporate","stable","trustworthy","conservative","professional"],"wcagAaCompliant":true,"contrastLevel":"AAA","contrastNote":"The default dark1/light1 pairing is 21:1, exceeding WCAG AAA for normal text. Check accent usage against the chosen background for small labels."},{"$schema":"https://pptx.dev/schema/opf-color-scheme/v1","id":"deep-purple","name":"Deep Purple","accent1":"#6A1B9A","accent2":"#7B1FA2","accent3":"#8E24AA","accent4":"#9C27B0","accent5":"#AB47BC","accent6":"#4A148C","dark1":"#000000","dark2":"#2B0B3E","followedHyperlink":"#6A1B9A","hyperlink":"#4A148C","light1":"#FFFFFF","light2":"#F8F2FC","summary":"Purple-led palette for innovation and premium positioning.","description":"A focused purple palette for decks that need to feel creative, distinctive, and premium.","usage":"Innovation showcases, AI product decks, design reviews, premium brand stories","psychology":"Purple carries creativity and differentiation while still reading as composed in business contexts.","moodTags":["innovative","creative","premium","distinctive","modern"],"industryFit":["AI","SaaS","design","fintech","fashion tech"],"tags":["innovative","creative","premium","distinctive","modern"],"wcagAaCompliant":true,"contrastLevel":"AAA","contrastNote":"The default dark1/light1 pairing is 21:1, exceeding WCAG AAA for normal text. Check accent usage against the chosen background for small labels."},{"$schema":"https://pptx.dev/schema/opf-color-scheme/v1","id":"forest-green","name":"Forest Green","accent1":"#4A7C59","accent2":"#68B0AB","accent3":"#8FC0A9","accent4":"#C8D5B9","accent5":"#FAF3DD","accent6":"#BFBFBF","dark1":"#000000","dark2":"#263F2E","followedHyperlink":"#68B0AB","hyperlink":"#4A7C59","light1":"#FFFFFF","light2":"#EEF5F0","summary":"Organic green palette for growth, health, and sustainability stories.","description":"A green and soft-neutral scheme for decks about growth, renewal, wellness, and environmental impact.","usage":"ESG reports, wellness presentations, healthcare updates, impact decks","psychology":"Green signals growth, health, and balance. 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Check accent usage against the chosen background for small labels."},{"$schema":"https://pptx.dev/schema/opf-color-scheme/v1","id":"luxury","name":"Luxury","accent1":"#997929","accent2":"#C15937","accent3":"#951233","accent4":"#1D483F","accent5":"#4B6977","accent6":"#639391","dark1":"#000000","dark2":"#2C2C2C","followedHyperlink":"#CC00CC","hyperlink":"#0066CC","light1":"#FFFFFF","light2":"#EFEFEF","summary":"Muted metallic and deep tones for premium, high-stakes decks.","description":"A restrained luxury palette with gold, terracotta, dark green, and blue-gray support for premium narratives.","usage":"Luxury brand decks, private equity updates, hospitality proposals, partner meetings","psychology":"Muted gold and deep tones suggest quality, restraint, and considered decision-making.","moodTags":["luxury","premium","sophisticated","grounded","exclusive"],"industryFit":["luxury brands","private equity","wealth management","hospitality","real estate"],"tags":["luxury","premium","sophisticated","grounded","exclusive"],"wcagAaCompliant":true,"contrastLevel":"AAA","contrastNote":"The default dark1/light1 pairing is 21:1, exceeding WCAG AAA for normal text. Check accent usage against the chosen background for small labels."},{"$schema":"https://pptx.dev/schema/opf-color-scheme/v1","id":"pastel-red","name":"Pastel Red","accent1":"#FE938C","accent2":"#E6B89C","accent3":"#EAD2AC","accent4":"#9CAFB7","accent5":"#4281A4","accent6":"#BFBFBF","dark1":"#000000","dark2":"#0C6268","followedHyperlink":"#E6B89C","hyperlink":"#FE938C","light1":"#FFFFFF","light2":"#FFEFEE","summary":"Soft red and blue accents for approachable consumer stories.","description":"A pastel red scheme with warm neutrals and blue support, suited to friendly, human-centered decks.","usage":"Consumer product decks, community updates, HR presentations, lifestyle campaigns","psychology":"Pastel reds feel warm and human while the blue support keeps the palette useful for structured information.","moodTags":["warm","friendly","soft","approachable","human"],"industryFit":["consumer brands","HR","hospitality","food & beverage","community"],"tags":["warm","friendly","soft","approachable","human"],"wcagAaCompliant":true,"contrastLevel":"AAA","contrastNote":"The default dark1/light1 pairing is 21:1, exceeding WCAG AAA for normal text. Check accent usage against the chosen background for small labels."},{"$schema":"https://pptx.dev/schema/opf-color-scheme/v1","id":"slate-gray","name":"Slate Gray","accent1":"#9E9E9E","accent2":"#424242","accent3":"#616161","accent4":"#757575","accent5":"#9E9E9E","accent6":"#212121","dark1":"#000000","dark2":"#1B1B1B","followedHyperlink":"#424242","hyperlink":"#212121","light1":"#FFFFFF","light2":"#F8F8F8","summary":"Neutral gray palette for understated executive communication.","description":"A disciplined gray scale with strong neutral contrast. 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Check accent usage against the chosen background for small labels."},{"$schema":"https://pptx.dev/schema/opf-color-scheme/v1","id":"steel-blue","name":"Steel Blue","accent1":"#4A66AC","accent2":"#629DD1","accent3":"#297FD5","accent4":"#7F8FA9","accent5":"#5AA2AE","accent6":"#9D90A0","dark1":"#000000","dark2":"#182238","followedHyperlink":"#3EBBF0","hyperlink":"#9454C3","light1":"#FFFFFF","light2":"#EAEDF6","summary":"Cool steel blues for credible, data-forward presentations.","description":"A steel-blue palette that combines credibility, precision, and calm. 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Check accent usage against the chosen background for small labels."},{"$schema":"https://pptx.dev/schema/opf-color-scheme/v1","id":"vibes","name":"Vibes","accent1":"#4A1BE4","accent2":"#B8E109","accent3":"#95928C","accent4":"#E48A1B","accent5":"#9E1BE4","accent6":"#1BE4A1","dark1":"#000000","dark2":"#2C2C2C","followedHyperlink":"#C30052","hyperlink":"#0078D7","light1":"#FFFFFF","light2":"#EFEFEF","summary":"Expressive purple, green, and orange accents for creative decks.","description":"A vibrant mixed-accent scheme for presentations that need personality, motion, and visual variety.","usage":"Creative pitches, campaign concepts, product explorations, social media reports","psychology":"Contrasting bright accents create energy and variety, helping creative concepts feel less static.","moodTags":["creative","playful","vibrant","expressive","distinctive"],"industryFit":["advertising","media","design agencies","entertainment","consumer brands"],"tags":["creative","playful","vibrant","expressive","distinctive"],"wcagAaCompliant":true,"contrastLevel":"AAA","contrastNote":"The default dark1/light1 pairing is 21:1, exceeding WCAG AAA for normal text. Check accent usage against the chosen background for small labels."}],"name":"Color Schemes","description":"Presentation color schemes: primary, secondary, accent, background, and supporting tones.","category":"color-schemes","routes":{"web":"https://www.pptx.gallery/colors","api":"https://www.pptx.gallery/api/color-schemes.json"},"opfSchema":{"name":"design.colors.scheme","url":"https://pptx.dev/schema/opf/v1#/$defs/ColorScheme/properties/scheme"},"source":"Data-Advantage/opf spec/color-schemes","bestPractices":[{"title":"60-30-10 Rule","description":"Use your primary color 60% of the time, secondary 30%, and accent 10% for visual balance."},{"title":"WCAG AA Minimum","description":"Ensure text has at least 4.5:1 contrast ratio against backgrounds. All schemes in this catalog meet WCAG AA."},{"title":"Industry Context Matters","description":"Match color psychology to audience expectations. 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