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#00AF99

Brightness
143.7
HSL (°,%,%)
172°, 100%, 34%
HSV V %
69%
Lab
64.1, -42.7, 0.6
PNG size
5.8 KB
Tone / Feel
dark, intense cool hue
Black text 7.59:1 AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text 2.77:1 Fail (normal) · Fail (large)

Recommended text: Black (7.59:1 — AAA / AAA)

Color Profile: #00AF99

Common Name: Turquoise

RGB: (0, 175, 153)

HSL: (169, 100%, 34%)

Contrast: White: 4.5, Black: 7.3 (AA pass)

Mood: #00AF99 evokes a fresh, calming feeling, often associated with tranquility and nature. It’s a vivid turquoise that can bring a sense of calm and clarity to designs, making it ideal for creative and wellness spaces. This color is trending in industries focused on clean aesthetics and sustainability.

Close Named Matches:

  • Benjamin Moore - Sea Of Green #1EB7A5
  • Farrow & Ball - Arsenic #84B59C
  • Pantone - 16-5427 TPG Billiard #00AE99
  • Dulux - Sky Blue #93BEC0
  • Behr - Jade Jasper #0AAE96

Why Designers Use It:

  • This color brings a refreshing and serene vibe, often seen in branding for eco-friendly or wellness-focused products.
  • It’s frequently used in both digital and print design due to its visual appeal and calming nature.
  • Industry-wise, it's a favorite in interior design for creating calm and cool spaces, particularly in bedrooms and offices. It's also popular in the tech industry for logos that convey trust and clarity.
  • Due to its resemblance to water and nature, it has ties to oceanic and aquatic themes, frequently used in brands or projects tied to nature, beaches, and the environment.
  • The trend is seen not just in modern designs but also in vintage patterns from the mid-20th century, where turquoise was synonymous with retro style.

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