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Emerald

#78EDB1

Emerald is a cool light color with the hex code #78EDB1. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 120, 237, 177 in digital design or CMYK 49%, 0%, 25%, 7% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Emerald Color Values

HEX
#78EDB1
RGB
120, 237, 177
HSL
149°, 76%, 70%
CMYK
49, 0, 25, 7

About this color

Emerald sits at 149° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 76% saturation and 70% 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 49%, 0%, 25%, 7% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Emerald

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #78EDB1;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 120, 237, 177;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#78EDB1',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 49%
M: 0%
Y: 25%
K: 7%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(120, 237, 177)
rgba(120, 237, 177, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

5 brand s with colors near 149° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #78EDB1?
#78EDB1 is Emerald, a cool light color with RGB values of 120, 237, 177. It has a hue of 149°, 76% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #78EDB1?
The RGB color code for #78EDB1 is rgb(120, 237, 177). This means it contains 120 red, 237 green, and 177 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Emerald a warm or cool color?
Emerald (#78EDB1) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #78EDB1 in CSS?
You can use #78EDB1 in CSS with: background-color: #78EDB1; or color: #78EDB1; or as an RGB value: rgb(120, 237, 177). For print design, use CMYK: 49%, 0%, 25%, 7%.