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Emerald

#65CD6A

Emerald is a cool light color with the hex code #65CD6A. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 101, 205, 106 in digital design or CMYK 51%, 0%, 48%, 20% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Emerald Color Values

HEX
#65CD6A
RGB
101, 205, 106
HSL
123°, 51%, 60%
CMYK
51, 0, 48, 20

About this color

Emerald sits at 123° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 51% saturation and 60% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

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 51%, 0%, 48%, 20% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Emerald

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #65CD6A;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 101, 205, 106;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#65CD6A',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 51%
M: 0%
Y: 48%
K: 20%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(101, 205, 106)
rgba(101, 205, 106, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

3 brand s with colors near 123° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #65CD6A?
#65CD6A is Emerald, a cool light color with RGB values of 101, 205, 106. It has a hue of 123°, 51% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #65CD6A?
The RGB color code for #65CD6A is rgb(101, 205, 106). This means it contains 101 red, 205 green, and 106 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Emerald a warm or cool color?
Emerald (#65CD6A) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #65CD6A in CSS?
You can use #65CD6A in CSS with: background-color: #65CD6A; or color: #65CD6A; or as an RGB value: rgb(101, 205, 106). For print design, use CMYK: 51%, 0%, 48%, 20%.