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Emerald

#89DD88

Emerald is a neutral light color with the hex code #89DD88. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 137, 221, 136 in digital design or CMYK 38%, 0%, 38%, 13% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Emerald Color Values

HEX
#89DD88
RGB
137, 221, 136
HSL
119°, 56%, 70%
CMYK
38, 0, 38, 13

About this color

Emerald sits at 119° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 56% saturation and 70% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

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 38%, 0%, 38%, 13% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Emerald

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #89DD88;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 137, 221, 136;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#89DD88',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 38%
M: 0%
Y: 38%
K: 13%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(137, 221, 136)
rgba(137, 221, 136, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 119° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #89DD88?
#89DD88 is Emerald, a neutral light color with RGB values of 137, 221, 136. It has a hue of 119°, 56% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #89DD88?
The RGB color code for #89DD88 is rgb(137, 221, 136). This means it contains 137 red, 221 green, and 136 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Emerald a warm or cool color?
Emerald (#89DD88) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.
How do I use #89DD88 in CSS?
You can use #89DD88 in CSS with: background-color: #89DD88; or color: #89DD88; or as an RGB value: rgb(137, 221, 136). For print design, use CMYK: 38%, 0%, 38%, 13%.