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Emerald

#3CC379

Emerald is a cool medium color with the hex code #3CC379. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 60, 195, 121 in digital design or CMYK 69%, 0%, 38%, 24% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Emerald Color Values

HEX
#3CC379
RGB
60, 195, 121
HSL
147°, 53%, 50%
CMYK
69, 0, 38, 24

About this color

Emerald sits at 147° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 53% saturation and 50% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Emerald work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Emerald in print, the CMYK breakdown of 69%, 0%, 38%, 24% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Emerald

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #3CC379;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 60, 195, 121;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#3CC379',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 69%
M: 0%
Y: 38%
K: 24%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(60, 195, 121)
rgba(60, 195, 121, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

5 brand s with colors near 147° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #3CC379?
#3CC379 is Emerald, a cool medium color with RGB values of 60, 195, 121. It has a hue of 147°, 53% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #3CC379?
The RGB color code for #3CC379 is rgb(60, 195, 121). This means it contains 60 red, 195 green, and 121 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Emerald a warm or cool color?
Emerald (#3CC379) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #3CC379 in CSS?
You can use #3CC379 in CSS with: background-color: #3CC379; or color: #3CC379; or as an RGB value: rgb(60, 195, 121). For print design, use CMYK: 69%, 0%, 38%, 24%.