Paolo Veronese Green
HEX: #009B7D | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#009B7D
0, 155, 125
168°, 100% ,60%
100, 0, 19.35, 39.22
About Paolo Veronese Green
Paolo Veronese Green (#009B7D) is a color with RGB(0, 155, 125) and HSL(168.39°, 100%, 60.78%). It is commonly associated with Bold, Playful moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Neon styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #9B001E, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #7D009B and #9B7D00. The name comes from Veronese (Italian).
- HEX: #009B7D
- RGB: 0, 155, 125
- HSL: 168.39°, 100%, 60.78%
- Mood: Bold, Playful
- Style: Vivid, Neon
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #9B001E
- Triadic colors: #7D009B, #9B7D00
- The name comes from Veronese (Italian).
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 #009B7D from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The color 'Veronese Green' is named after the Venetian Renaissance painter Paolo Veronese (1528–1588), who was known for his masterful use of color and light. While he used a variety of greens, the specific shade now known as 'Paolo Veronese Green' or 'Veronese Green' is a vibrant, bluish-green that became particularly associated with his palette. Historically, this color was often achieved using copper-based pigments like verdigris or malachite, which were common in Renaissance painting. Over time, as synthetic pigments became available, chemists sought to replicate the distinct hue, leading to more stable and consistent versions of 'Veronese Green'.
First Recorded Use
16th Century
Cultural Associations
Veronese Green evokes the lush landscapes and rich draperies often depicted in Renaissance art. It is associated with luxury, nature, and the artistic brilliance of the Venetian school. In modern contexts, it is often used in design to convey sophistication and a connection to historical artistry. It has a timeless quality that makes it popular in fashion, interior design, and graphic arts.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #009B7D;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #009B7D;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #009B7D;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#009B7D,
#FF375E
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#009B7D,
#FF375E
);
}// SCSS variable
$paolo-veronese-green: #009B7D;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$paolo-veronese-green-r: 0;
$paolo-veronese-green-g: 155;
$paolo-veronese-green-b: 125;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $paolo-veronese-green;
color: rgba($paolo-veronese-green-r, $paolo-veronese-green-g, $paolo-veronese-green-b, 0.8);
}