Turquoise Color: HEX Code, RGB and Meaning
Turquoise is a bright, lively blue-green that looks like warm, shallow seawater.
HEX is one common value Last updated:
#06C2ACrgb(6, 194, 172)hsl(173, 94%, 39%)cmyk(97%, 0%, 11%, 24%)Color definitions vary by source. The HEX above is one common value for "turquoise" from the open color-name-list dataset, not an official standard. CMYK is a simple conversion; printed results depend on ink and paper.
What turquoise means
Turquoise combines the freshness of green with the openness of blue, and the result is a color that feels cheerful without being childish. It suggests travel, clear water and a relaxed, outdoorsy mood.
It is also a color with strong craft associations, since it is the name of a gemstone widely used in jewelry. The blue-green stone is often paired with silver, which has made turquoise feel handmade and personal.
Tints and shades of turquoise
Lighter tints are made by mixing with white and darker shades by mixing with black. Click a swatch to copy its HEX.
Turquoise color palettes
Complementary
Two colors opposite each other on the color wheel: the strongest contrast.
Analogous
Three neighbors on the wheel: a smooth, low-contrast scheme.
Triadic
Three colors evenly spaced around the wheel: lively but balanced.
Colors that go with turquoise
- Coral (#FF7F50): A warm complement that makes both colors pop.
- Silver (#C0C0C0): The classic jewelry pairing.
- Sand (#E2CA76): A beachy, sun-warmed neutral.
- Navy Blue (#000080): Deepens turquoise into something more formal.
Similar named colors
Where turquoise is used
- Fashion. Turquoise stands out in summer dresses, scarves and swimwear, and in statement jewelry. It looks good against tan skin and works as a pop color with white, denim or neutral tones.
- Interiors. On a front door, a vintage appliance or a single chair, turquoise gives a room a cheerful focal point. Whole walls in this shade can be intense, so many people go paler.
- Branding. Travel, wellness, creative and tech brands use turquoise to feel friendly and fresh. It is a way to look modern without the formality of navy.
Turquoise vs cyan
Cyan is a pure, electric blue-green at full intensity, one of the primary colors used in printing. Turquoise is greener, a little darker and more natural-looking.
Think of cyan as the screen color and turquoise as the sea. Cyan is often too vivid for clothing or walls, while turquoise is a bit more comfortable in everyday use.
Frequently asked questions
What color is turquoise?
A blue-green that sits between blue and green and is generally brighter than teal.
Is turquoise blue or green?
Both. Different versions lean either way, and the stone itself varies from sky blue to a greenish tone.
What two colors make turquoise?
Mix blue and green, then add a little white to lighten it. More green gives a minty turquoise; more blue gives a cooler one.
What colors go with turquoise?
Coral and orange make a lively contrast, while white, tan and silver feel relaxed.