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Emerald

#84E481

Emerald is a neutral light color with the hex code #84E481. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 132, 228, 129 in digital design or CMYK 42%, 0%, 43%, 11% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Emerald Color Values

HEX
#84E481
RGB
132, 228, 129
HSL
118°, 65%, 70%
CMYK
42, 0, 43, 11

About this color

Emerald sits at 118° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 65% saturation and 70% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

In digital design, neutral colors like Emerald work well for typography, interface elements, and maintaining balance. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Emerald in print, the CMYK breakdown of 42%, 0%, 43%, 11% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Emerald

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #84E481;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 132, 228, 129;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#84E481',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 42%
M: 0%
Y: 43%
K: 11%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(132, 228, 129)
rgba(132, 228, 129, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 118° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #84E481?
#84E481 is Emerald, a neutral light color with RGB values of 132, 228, 129. It has a hue of 118°, 65% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #84E481?
The RGB color code for #84E481 is rgb(132, 228, 129). This means it contains 132 red, 228 green, and 129 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Emerald a warm or cool color?
Emerald (#84E481) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.
How do I use #84E481 in CSS?
You can use #84E481 in CSS with: background-color: #84E481; or color: #84E481; or as an RGB value: rgb(132, 228, 129). For print design, use CMYK: 42%, 0%, 43%, 11%.