Monochrome vs multicolor icons
Most interface icons are monochrome for good reasons — but multicolor and “sticker” style icons have a real place in onboarding, marketing and empty states. Use each where it earns its keep.
Monochrome icons
Single-colour icons (usually currentColor) are calm, consistent and easy to theme — one icon works in light mode, dark mode, hover and disabled states. They're the default for toolbars, menus and dense UI.
Multicolor icons
Colourful, illustrative icons add personality and draw the eye. They shine in onboarding flows, feature cards, empty states, marketing pages and category tiles — anywhere you want warmth over utility.
Don't mix carelessly
A toolbar of mostly grey icons with one rainbow icon looks broken. Keep functional UI monochrome and reserve multicolor for deliberate, spotlight moments.
Explore both styles
IconStash has clean monochrome sets and vibrant multicolor stickers — grab whichever fits.
Browse stickers →Frequently asked questions
Should UI icons be one color?
Usually yes — monochrome icons theme cleanly and keep interfaces calm. Save colour for highlights.
When should I use multicolor icons?
For onboarding, empty states, marketing and category tiles — moments where delight matters more than density.