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Emerald

#55DD87

Emerald is a cool light color with the hex code #55DD87. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 85, 221, 135 in digital design or CMYK 62%, 0%, 39%, 13% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Emerald Color Values

HEX
#55DD87
RGB
85, 221, 135
HSL
142°, 67%, 60%
CMYK
62, 0, 39, 13

About this color

Emerald sits at 142° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 67% 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 62%, 0%, 39%, 13% 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: #55DD87;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 85, 221, 135;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#55DD87',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 62%
M: 0%
Y: 39%
K: 13%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(85, 221, 135)
rgba(85, 221, 135, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

5 brand s with colors near 142° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #55DD87?
#55DD87 is Emerald, a cool light color with RGB values of 85, 221, 135. It has a hue of 142°, 67% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #55DD87?
The RGB color code for #55DD87 is rgb(85, 221, 135). This means it contains 85 red, 221 green, and 135 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Emerald a warm or cool color?
Emerald (#55DD87) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #55DD87 in CSS?
You can use #55DD87 in CSS with: background-color: #55DD87; or color: #55DD87; or as an RGB value: rgb(85, 221, 135). For print design, use CMYK: 62%, 0%, 39%, 13%.