What Color is Aloha
Aloha is a vivid, medium-dark cyan that sits precisely on the border between refreshing green and calming blue. It embodies the lushness of tropical vegetation while retaining the coolness of aquatic environments. This shade projects a sense of modern vitality and clean energy.
Additional Information
- Color Family: Cyan
- Temperature: Cool
- Associated Season: Autumn
- Complementary Color: #B41D3B
- Brightness: 131/255
- Saturation: 84%
Colors That Pair Well With Aloha
Complementary
Pair with Shiraz for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.
High Contrast
Use Mandy for maximum readability. Ideal for text or critical UI elements.
Harmonious Depth
Use lighter and darker shades for a sophisticated, cohesive design. Great for backgrounds, text, and subtle accents.
Color Variations
Tints (add white)
Tones (add grey)
Aloha History
Historically, achieving a stable blue-green of this intensity was difficult; artists relied on unstable copper-based pigments like Verdigris, which would often blacken over time. The vibrant permanence of Aloha became possible only after the synthesis of Phthalocyanine Green in the 1930s, a chemical breakthrough that allowed for durable, intense teal and cyan pigments in industrial manufacturing.
Following its stabilization, this hue surged in popularity during the Mid-Century Modern movement of the 1950s and 60s. It became symbolic of the post-war era's fascination with leisure and tourism, frequently appearing in automotive finishes, roadside motel signage, and the burgeoning "tiki" culture that romanticized the Pacific islands.
Meaning & Psychology
Psychologically, this color promotes a state of physiological equilibrium. By balancing the sedative qualities of blue with the optimism of yellow-green, it encourages emotional rejuvenation without inducing sleepiness. It is often cited in color therapy as a hue that reduces stress while maintaining mental alertness.
In cultural contexts, Aloha signifies hygiene and safety, which is why it is ubiquitous in medical scrubs and hospital interiors. The color evokes a subconscious sense of a sterile yet organic environment, bridging the gap between clinical cleanliness and natural restoration.
In Nature
Aloha appears vividly in the natural world, most notably in the oxidized mineral deposits of malachite and copper-rich rocks. In the animal kingdom, this specific cyan-green manifests in the iridescent feathers of the kingfisher and the protective scales of tropical reptiles like the green iguana. It also mirrors the unique refraction of light found in shallow, sandy estuaries where freshwater meets the sea.
How To Use Aloha
In user interface design, Aloha serves as a high-performing primary color that communicates trust within fintech and healthcare applications. It offers enough saturation to draw the eye to call-to-action buttons but remains cool enough to prevent visual fatigue during long periods of screen time.
Designers should pair this shade with crisp white to maximize its clean, clinical properties, or with warm woods and brass to evoke a nostalgic, retro aesthetic. Accessibility testing is crucial; while it works well as a background, thin text in this color may lack sufficient contrast against white backgrounds.
Related Words
Curated Palettes
Mid-Century Motel
A retro-inspired palette evoking 1950s leisure and roadside architecture.
Clinical Clarity
A high-contrast, modern scheme designed for medical or fintech interfaces.
Tropical Lagoon
An organic arrangement mimicking shallow waters and coral reefs.
Color Conversions
Color Blindness Simulation
CSS Snippets
color: #1DB394;
color: rgb(29, 179, 148);
background-color: #1DB394;
border: 3px solid #1DB394;
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #1DB39466;
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #1DB394 0%, #ffffff 100%);
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Product Details
Add a touch of luxury to your home with our premium Eco Velvet cushions. Soft to the touch, these cushions are perfect for adding comfort and style to any room.
- Material: Soft Eco Velvet.
- Feel: Velvety soft finish.
- Print: Double-sided, all-over vibrant color using water-based inks.
- Care: Machine washable at 30°C.
- Construction: Handmade to order with a concealed zipper.
Eco Credentials
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- Made to Order: Produced only when you order, eliminating overproduction and waste.
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- Local Fulfilment: Produced locally where possible to reduce carbon emissions from transport.
- Vegan Friendly: No animal products are used in the production of these cushions.
What Goes With Aloha?
Explore color palettes containing Aloha and discover harmonious combinations for your designs.
Analogous
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Accessibility
Contrast with Black and White
Contrast with Black
UI Examples
"Color is a power which directly influences the soul."
Contrast Ratio
Contrast with White
UI Examples
"Color is a power which directly influences the soul."
Contrast Ratio
Closest Color Matches
Similar Colors
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hex code for Aloha?
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How do I use Aloha in CSS?
You can use Aloha in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:
.aloha {
background-color: #1DB394;
color: #FFFFFF;
}For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.