For a three-year period comparison that highlights a dramatic difference between 2023 and 2024, we can use the following color scheme:

Three-Year Period Color Variant

json
{
  "palette_name": "Three-Year Period Comparison",
  "colors": [
    {
      "name": "2023 Base Color",
      "hex_code": "
                            
                            #202A44
                        "
    },
    {
      "name": "2024 Callout Gold",
      "hex_code": "
                            
                            #CDAA00
                        "
    },
    {
      "name": "YTD Progress Blue",
      "hex_code": "
                            
                            #0073B1
                        "
    }
  ]
}

Palette Description:

• 2023 Base Color ( #202A44 ): This dark charcoal color serves as the base for the 2023 data, providing a solid foundation that allows the other years to stand out.
• 2024 Callout Gold ( #CDAA00 ): Used for the 2024 data, this vibrant gold color highlights the significant difference and draws attention to the projection for that year.
• YTD Progress Blue ( #0073B1 ): This softer blue color represents the year-to-date progress. It suggests a forward-thinking approach and indicates that the current performance is on track to potentially overtake 2024, but it remains less emphasized compared to the callout gold.

This combination effectively distinguishes each year while conveying the important narrative of growth and progress. If you need further adjustments or additional options, feel free to let me know!