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Emerald

#85E08C

Emerald is a cool light color with the hex code #85E08C. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 133, 224, 140 in digital design or CMYK 41%, 0%, 37%, 12% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Emerald Color Values

HEX
#85E08C
RGB
133, 224, 140
HSL
125°, 59%, 70%
CMYK
41, 0, 37, 12

About this color

Emerald sits at 125° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 59% saturation and 70% 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 41%, 0%, 37%, 12% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Emerald

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #85E08C;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 133, 224, 140;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#85E08C',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 41%
M: 0%
Y: 37%
K: 12%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(133, 224, 140)
rgba(133, 224, 140, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 125° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #85E08C?
#85E08C is Emerald, a cool light color with RGB values of 133, 224, 140. It has a hue of 125°, 59% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #85E08C?
The RGB color code for #85E08C is rgb(133, 224, 140). This means it contains 133 red, 224 green, and 140 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Emerald a warm or cool color?
Emerald (#85E08C) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #85E08C in CSS?
You can use #85E08C in CSS with: background-color: #85E08C; or color: #85E08C; or as an RGB value: rgb(133, 224, 140). For print design, use CMYK: 41%, 0%, 37%, 12%.