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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#72C0BB — Verdigris
#72C0BB is a mid-tone moderately saturated teal sitting at 176° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #72C0BB
- f4fafa
- d4ecea
- b4ddda
- 93cfcb
- 73c0bb
- 53b2ab
- 42938e
- 34736f
- 25524f
- 163230
- 081211
Color schemes using #72C0BB
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#72C0BB FAQ
What color is #72C0BB?
#72C0BB is a shade of verdigris in the teal family. It has a hue of 176 degrees, 38% saturation and 60% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #72C0BB?
#72C0BB is rgb(114, 192, 187) in RGB, hsl(176, 38%, 60%) in HSL, and cmyk(41%, 0%, 3%, 25%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #72C0BB?
White text on this background reaches 2.11:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.97:1.
What colors go well with #72C0BB?
Its direct complement is #C07277. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #C0729E and #C09472 gives you contrast without the vibration.