Tradewind

Q: How do I use #72C0B2 in CSS?

You can use #72C0B2 in CSS with: background-color: #72C0B2; or color: #72C0B2; or as an RGB value: rgb(114, 192, 178). For print design, use CMYK: 41%, 0%, 7%, 25%.

#72C0B2

Tradewind is a cool light color with the hex code #72C0B2. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 114, 192, 178 in digital design or CMYK 41%, 0%, 7%, 25% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Tradewind color values

HEX: #72C0B2
RGB: 114, 192, 178
HSL: 169°, 38%, 60%
CMYK: 41, 0, 7, 25

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Tradewind sits at 169° on the color wheel with 38% saturation and 60% lightness, placing it in the cyan segment of the spectrum. The moderate 38% saturation gives it enough color presence to register clearly without competing for dominance in a composition. At medium-high lightness, it holds its own on white backgrounds while remaining approachable.

In digital environments, Tradewind is rendered as rgb(114, 192, 178), where the green channel leads at 192, with red and blue channels close behind. This cool mid-tone is a reliable choice for UI chrome, informational states, and contexts that call for a calm, readable presence.

For print, Tradewind translates to a CMYK breakdown of 41C 0M 7Y 25K. The low-to-moderate black value (25%) means the color's character in print comes primarily from its cyan ink content (41%), with black serving as a supporting shadow tone. No brands in the brandkit.pro library currently specify this exact hex as a named brand color.

Color harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Tradewind

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #72C0B2;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 114, 192, 178;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#72C0B2',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 41%
M: 0%
Y: 7%
K: 25%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(114, 192, 178)
rgba(114, 192, 178, 0.8)

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

Brands using similar hue

21 brand s with colors near 169° on the color wheel

Frequently asked questions

What color is #72C0B2?

#72C0B2 is Tradewind, a cool light color with RGB values of 114, 192, 178. It has a hue of 169°, 38% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #72C0B2?

The RGB color code for #72C0B2 is rgb(114, 192, 178). This means it contains 114 red, 192 green, and 178 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Tradewind a warm or cool color?

Tradewind (#72C0B2) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #72C0B2 in CSS?

You can use #72C0B2 in CSS with: background-color: #72C0B2; or color: #72C0B2; or as an RGB value: rgb(114, 192, 178). For print design, use CMYK: 41%, 0%, 7%, 25%.