Mint

Q: How do I use #55AA78 in CSS?

You can use #55AA78 in CSS with: background-color: #55AA78; or color: #55AA78; or as an RGB value: rgb(85, 170, 120). For print design, use CMYK: 50%, 0%, 29%, 33%.

#55AA78

Mint is a cool medium color with the hex code #55AA78. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 85, 170, 120 in digital design or CMYK 50%, 0%, 29%, 33% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Mint Color Values

HEX: #55AA78
RGB: 85, 170, 120
HSL: 145°, 33%, 50%
CMYK: 50, 0, 29, 33

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Mint sits at 145° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 33% saturation and 50% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Mint in print, the CMYK breakdown of 50%, 0%, 29%, 33% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Mint

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #55AA78;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 85, 170, 120;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#55AA78',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 50%
M: 0%
Y: 29%
K: 33%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(85, 170, 120)
rgba(85, 170, 120, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

5 brand s with colors near 145° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #55AA78?

#55AA78 is Mint, a cool medium color with RGB values of 85, 170, 120. It has a hue of 145°, 33% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #55AA78?

The RGB color code for #55AA78 is rgb(85, 170, 120). This means it contains 85 red, 170 green, and 120 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Mint a warm or cool color?

Mint (#55AA78) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #55AA78 in CSS?

You can use #55AA78 in CSS with: background-color: #55AA78; or color: #55AA78; or as an RGB value: rgb(85, 170, 120). For print design, use CMYK: 50%, 0%, 29%, 33%.