Skobeloff
HEX: #007474 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#007474
0, 116, 116
180°, 100% ,45%
100, 0, 0, 54.51
About Skobeloff
Skobeloff (#007474) is a color with RGB(0, 116, 116) and HSL(180°, 100%, 45.49%). It is commonly associated with Bold moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #740000, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #740074 and #747400. The name comes from Скобелев (Russian).
- HEX: #007474
- RGB: 0, 116, 116
- HSL: 180°, 100%, 45.49%
- Mood: Bold
- Style: Vivid, Cool
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #740000
- Triadic colors: #740074, #747400
- The name comes from Скобелев (Russian).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Color Harmonies
Complementary
The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.
Split-Complementary
Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.
Tetradic (Square)
Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.
Monochromatic
Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.
Shades & Tints
A seamless scale of #007474 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The name 'Skobeloff' is a transliteration of the Russian surname 'Skobelev'. It gained prominence in Western Europe and America primarily due to Mikhail Skobelev (1843-1882), a celebrated and controversial Russian general known for his role in the Russo-Turkish War (1877-1878). His dashing personality, military successes, and early death made him a legendary figure, and his name became associated with a particular shade of green (Skobeloff Green) due to its perceived resemblance to Russian military uniforms or the color of the landscape in areas where he campaigned. The color was particularly popular in fashion and interior design during the late Victorian era.
First Recorded Use
Circa 1880s
Cultural Associations
Skobeloff Green (#007474) is a deep, muted green, often described as a forest green or a dark teal-green. Its association with General Skobelev imbued it with connotations of military valor, exoticism (due to its Russian origin), and a certain masculine elegance. It was used in men's suiting, women's dresses, and home furnishings, reflecting the era's fascination with military heroes and foreign influences. The color's popularity waned after the turn of the 20th century but remains a historical reference point for Victorian color palettes.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #007474;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #007474;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #007474;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#007474,
#E80000
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#007474,
#E80000
);
}// SCSS variable
$skobeloff: #007474;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$skobeloff-r: 0;
$skobeloff-g: 116;
$skobeloff-b: 116;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $skobeloff;
color: rgba($skobeloff-r, $skobeloff-g, $skobeloff-b, 0.8);
}