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Emerald

#51E188

Emerald is a cool light color with the hex code #51E188. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 81, 225, 136 in digital design or CMYK 64%, 0%, 40%, 12% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Emerald Color Values

HEX
#51E188
RGB
81, 225, 136
HSL
143°, 71%, 60%
CMYK
64, 0, 40, 12

About this color

Emerald sits at 143° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 71% saturation and 60% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

In digital design, cool colors like Emerald work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Emerald in print, the CMYK breakdown of 64%, 0%, 40%, 12% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.

How to use Emerald

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #51E188;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 81, 225, 136;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#51E188',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 64%
M: 0%
Y: 40%
K: 12%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(81, 225, 136)
rgba(81, 225, 136, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

5 brand s with colors near 143° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #51E188?
#51E188 is Emerald, a cool light color with RGB values of 81, 225, 136. It has a hue of 143°, 71% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #51E188?
The RGB color code for #51E188 is rgb(81, 225, 136). This means it contains 81 red, 225 green, and 136 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Emerald a warm or cool color?
Emerald (#51E188) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #51E188 in CSS?
You can use #51E188 in CSS with: background-color: #51E188; or color: #51E188; or as an RGB value: rgb(81, 225, 136). For print design, use CMYK: 64%, 0%, 40%, 12%.