Aquamarine colour: description, colour codes, shades and mixing tips

Aquamarine is a light blue colour that evokes the blue of the shimmering sea and sky. It is named after the gemstone of the same name, a variety of the mineral beryl. The colour aquamarine suggests purity and serenity and is often used in interior design to convey freshness and spaciousness in a room.

In fashion and design, aquamarine is often associated with serenity and spirituality. This colour is particularly popular in spring and summer collections as it is light, airy and fresh. It also works well as an accessory as it can be easily combined with other colours such as white, grey and pastel shades.

RGB and HEX codes for Aquamarine colour

The RGB code for the aquamarine colour is (127, 255, 212) and the HEX code is #7FFFD4.

Colour scheme	Code/Weights
Hex	#7FFFD4
RGB	rgb(127, 255, 212)
HSL	hsl(160, 100%, 75%)
HSV/HSB	hsb(160, 50%, 100%)
CMYK	cmyk(50%, 0%, 17%, 0%)
Contrasting colour	#FF7FA4
Complementary colour	#FFBF7F

Dark and light shades of aquamarine

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Dark shades

Light shades

Aquamarine complementary colour palettes

Aquamarine is a fresh and clear colour, reminiscent of the colour of seawater. In this colour palette we present some different harmonious colour combinations that can be associated with aquamarine.

Complementary palette

Analogue palette

Monochrome palette

Triad palette

Tetrade palette

Split complementary palette

Neutral palette

theme: aquamarine colour

The colour aquamarine is a light blue or bluish green shade that resembles the colour of the gemstone of the same name. It is typically fresh and soothing and is often used in coastal or summer themes.

What determines the colour of aquamarine?

The colour of aquamarine depends on the amount of iron in the material. The more iron it contains, the deeper and more intense the blue colour. In addition, the hue may also depend on the following factors: the transparency of the stone, the thickness of the cut and the type of lighting.

How is aquamarine colour colour mixing possible?

The aquamarine colour is mixed with the blue and Green colours should be combined, with a little white added. The exact proportions can be as follows:

1. Start with an equal mix of blue and green.
2. Add white until the desired lightness and tone is achieved.

This is the colour mixing results in the bluish green hue of aquamarine.