Turquoise Green
HEX: #A0D6B4 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#A0D6B4
160, 214, 180
142°, 39% ,73%
25, 0, 16, 16
About Turquoise Green
Turquoise Green (#A0D6B4) is a color with RGB(160, 214, 180) and HSL(142.2°, 39.7%, 73.3%). It is commonly associated with Calm moods. In design, it fits Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Logo, Print. Its complementary color is #D6A0C2, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #B4A0D6 and #D6B4A0. The name comes from turquoise (French).
- HEX: #A0D6B4
- RGB: 160, 214, 180
- HSL: 142.2°, 39.7%, 73.3%
- Mood: Calm
- Style: Cool
- Use case: Text, Logo, Print
- Complementary color: #D6A0C2
- Triadic colors: #B4A0D6, #D6B4A0
- The name comes from turquoise (French).
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 #A0D6B4 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The mineral turquoise has been prized for millennia, with ancient Egyptians, Persians, and Native Americans using it in jewelry and ornamentation. The color 'turquoise' itself became a recognized descriptor in English by the 1570s. 'Turquoise Green' likely developed as a more precise descriptor to differentiate greener shades from bluer ones, reflecting an increasing sophistication in color nomenclature during the industrial age. This distinction became more common with the advent of standardized color systems and commercial dye production.
First Recorded Use
While 'turquoise' as a color name dates back to the 16th century, the specific compound term 'Turquoise Green' emerged later, likely in the late 19th or early 20th century, to describe a greener variant of the traditional turquoise hue.
Cultural Associations
Turquoise, in general, is associated with protection, wisdom, and tranquility across many cultures. Its green-leaning variations, like Turquoise Green, often evoke natural elements such as tropical waters or lush foliage, contributing to its use in design for calming and refreshing aesthetics. The color is frequently seen in art deco designs and mid-century modern interiors.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #A0D6B4;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #A0D6B4;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #A0D6B4;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#A0D6B4,
#D6A0C2
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#A0D6B4,
#D6A0C2
);
}// SCSS variable
$turquoise-green: #A0D6B4;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$turquoise-green-r: 160;
$turquoise-green-g: 214;
$turquoise-green-b: 180;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $turquoise-green;
color: rgba($turquoise-green-r, $turquoise-green-g, $turquoise-green-b, 0.8);
}