Back to all colors

Teal

#6197A0

A balanced, moderate teal — sophisticated balance of hue and saturation that conveys composure and subtle refinement, well-suited to modern, minimalist design.

Psychology

Blue is the world's most-preferred color across age, gender, and culture. It lowers heart rate, conveys stability and trust, and reads as professional almost regardless of context.

Meaning

Trust, authority, and depth — which is why it anchors finance, healthcare, government, and big-tech logos. Lighter blues feel airy and aspirational; navy and midnight feel established.

Applications

Foundational for SaaS, fintech, and enterprise interfaces. Mix with warm accents to avoid the corporate-blue trap of looking like every competitor.

Conversion

HEX

6197A0

RGB

97, 151, 160

HSL

189, 25%, 50%

HSB

189, 39%, 63%

CMYK

39, 6, 0, 37

LAB

59, -17, -11

LCH

59, 20, 213

OKLCH

0.64, 0.06, 209

XYZ

22, 27, 37

LUV

59, -25, -13

HWB

189, 38%, 37%

Pantone

7717 C

Harmonies

Analogous

Complementary

Split Complementary

Triadic

Tetradic

Square

Shades & tints

Similar named colors

Browse every named teal on shades of teal, or all families on colors.