Cool blue and violet are directly across from their warm counterparts, orange and yellow, respectively. When two complementary colors are used together, it can create a powerful effect.

From neutrals to metallics, these expert-approved hues are perfect matches for our 2025 Color of the Year. Here, the best colors to pair with cobalt blue.

Spring/Summer Colors 2023: Butter Yellow Butter yellow is bringing a slightly deeper tone to all of your neutrals, from the likes of Carolina Herrera, Jason Wu, and more.