Clean, oxygenated Neo Mint blends tech optimism with nature's freshness.
What color is Neo Mint?
A soft mint green with a slight blue cast. Less sugary than typical mints and more clinical-clean—think “plants in a lab” rather than candy.
Why was it chosen as Color of the Year
- Symbolizes science-forward, health-aware optimism.
- Gives tech products a friendly future look without feeling cold.
- Taps into sustainability and breathable aesthetics as green trends return.
Neo Mint values (HEX/RGB/CMYK/CSS copy)
- Coloro:
065-80-23 - HEX:
#A7DCA2 - RGB:
167, 220, 162 - CMYK:
24, 0, 26, 14 - CSS:
--wgsn-2020-neo-mint: #A7DCA2;
color: #A7DCA2;
background: rgb(167, 220, 162);
Warm or cool? Compared to nearby hues
Cool-leaning mint. Bluer and calmer than pastel greens; clearer and less sweet than macaron mints. Compared with dusty greens it feels more techy and crisp.
Why does it feel premium? (Psychology & vibe keywords)
- Future lab: cool green plus blue hint = safety and innovation.
- Clean calm: evokes medical/SPA/airiness cues for trust.
- Neutral modern: genderless and minimal, fitting wellness and futurist brands.
4 palettes (fashion/home/brand/UI)
- Future active:
#A7DCA2/#F8FAFC/#94A3B8/#0EA5E9/#EF4444 - Fresh interior:
#A7DCA2/#E2E8F0/#0F172A/#D6D3D1 - Trustworthy brand:
#A7DCA2/#111827/#FBBF24/#22D3EE/#F5F3EF - Friendly UI:
#A7DCA2/#0B1220/#E5E7EB/#38BDF8/#FACC15
How to use it (home/fashion/print/web)
- Home: walls or bedding with light gray, concrete, and wood for a breathable feel.
- Fashion: activewear or spring knits; pair with white, gray, or navy for longevity.
- Print/packaging: ideal for health, tech, beauty; add silver or coral to avoid sterile vibes.
- Web/UI: works as light backgrounds or empty states; keep text in dark gray/navy for contrast.
Pitfalls to avoid
- Over-bleaching looks weak—add a touch of blue-gray or coral for depth.
- Print may shift yellow/blue—proof it; fluorescent intent needs spot inks.
- Direct clashes with saturated reds can muddy; choose soft coral or deep blue instead.
- Large light UI areas need structure—use hairlines or shadows to define layers.
FAQ (4 questions)
Q1: Official values? Coloro 065-80-23, HEX #A7DCA2, RGB 167, 220, 162, CMYK 24, 0, 26, 14.
Q2: Which brands fit? Health tech, medical, sustainability, wellness, skincare, and future-forward products.
Q3: How to avoid “toothpaste vibes”? Lower brightness, add foggy grays or sand as base tones, then use coral/navy accents.
Q4: Can it be a primary UI color? Yes—just guard text contrast; keep light/dark variants for switching themes.