Teal Blue
HEX: #367588 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#367588
54, 117, 136
193°, 60% ,53%
60.29, 13.97, 0, 46.67
About Teal Blue
Teal Blue (#367588) is a color with RGB(54, 117, 136) and HSL(193.9°, 60.29%, 53.33%). In design, it fits Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #884936, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #883675 and #758836. The name comes from Teal Blue (English).
- HEX: #367588
- RGB: 54, 117, 136
- HSL: 193.9°, 60.29%, 53.33%
- Style: Cool
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #884936
- Triadic colors: #883675, #758836
- The name comes from Teal Blue (English).
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 #367588 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The color 'teal' is named after the Eurasian teal duck (Anas crecca), which features a distinctive teal-colored stripe on its head and wings. The word 'teal' itself comes from Middle English 'tele'. While the color has existed in nature and art for millennia, its specific naming as 'teal' in English for a color only became widespread in the early 20th century. 'Teal Blue' emerged as a more precise descriptor to distinguish shades of teal that have a stronger blue component compared to those with a stronger green component (which might be called 'Teal Green'). It's a compound color name, combining the established color 'teal' with the primary color 'blue' to indicate its specific hue.
First Recorded Use
The term 'teal' for the color itself became common in the early 20th century, derived from the Eurasian teal duck which has a stripe of this color on its head. 'Teal Blue' as a specific descriptor would follow shortly after as a way to differentiate variations of teal.
Cultural Associations
Teal Blue, like teal, is often associated with sophistication, tranquility, and uniqueness. It's a popular color in interior design for creating a calming yet elegant atmosphere. In fashion, it can be seen as a versatile color, suitable for both formal and casual wear. It's also frequently used in branding for companies wanting to convey trustworthiness, innovation, or a connection to nature (especially water). Its slightly darker and bluer tone compared to a pure teal can give it a more serious or professional feel.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #367588;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #367588;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #367588;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#367588,
#D06140
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#367588,
#D06140
);
}// SCSS variable
$teal-blue: #367588;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$teal-blue-r: 54;
$teal-blue-g: 117;
$teal-blue-b: 136;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $teal-blue;
color: rgba($teal-blue-r, $teal-blue-g, $teal-blue-b, 0.8);
}