#00A0B0
- RGB
- 0, 160, 176
- Brightness
- 136.2
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 185°, 100%, 35%
- HSV V %
- 69%
- Lab
- 60.1, -28.8, -18.2
- CMYK (%)
- 100%, 9%, 0%, 31%
- PNG size
- 5.5 KB
- Tone / Feel
- dark, intense cool hue
Black text
6.66:1
AA (normal) · AAA (large) (large)
White text
3.16:1
Fail (normal) · AA (large) (large)
Recommended text: Black (6.66:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #00A0B0
Common Name: Turquoise Blue
RGB: (0, 160, 176)
HSL: (180°, 100%, 34%)
Contrast: Vs White: 4.5, AA Pass
Contrast: Vs Black: 7.6, AA Pass
Mood:
The #00A0B0 shade of turquoise blue evokes feelings of serenity, calmness, and clarity. It’s a color that suggests open waters, tranquility, and the natural beauty of aquatic environments. It’s often linked with freshness, modernity, and rejuvenation. This color has a fresh, approachable vibe that works well in a variety of settings, from design to branding.
Close Named Matches:
- Pantone 16-4728 TCX - Peacock Blue #00A0B0 - Pantone Fashion Home Interiors
- Trumatch 26-a #00A0B0 - TRUMATCH
- Australian Standard AS2700 - Paradise Blue #2C9CB4 - Australian Standard
- Behr 510B-6 - Blue Jewel #00A3B1 - Behr
Why Designers Use It:
- Appeal & Trendiness: This shade is often chosen for its cool, calming aesthetic. It’s a staple in modern design due to its versatility and connection to nature and water. It resonates with both tech-driven industries and environmental movements, making it ideal for brands that want to communicate trustworthiness and relaxation.
- Applications: This color is frequently used in branding for industries like wellness, travel, and hospitality. It symbolizes freshness and relaxation, making it ideal for logos and websites in these sectors. Its use in interior design is equally popular, especially in spaces that aim to create calm and focus.
- Cultural Influence: The connection to water and open skies means this color often appears in coastal, tropical, and nature-inspired designs. It is sometimes linked to Mediterranean, Caribbean, or tropical beach aesthetics, helping brands evoke a feeling of exotic, serene getaways.
- Manufacturing: There are a number of industries that use this color, especially in design-conscious product categories like home furnishings, textiles, electronics, and automotive. It's also present in product packaging for items that promote cleanliness and purity, such as beauty products and skincare.