Skip to main content

Emerald

#8ADB8F

Emerald is a cool light color with the hex code #8ADB8F. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 138, 219, 143 in digital design or CMYK 37%, 0%, 35%, 14% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Emerald Color Values

HEX
#8ADB8F
RGB
138, 219, 143
HSL
124°, 53%, 70%
CMYK
37, 0, 35, 14

About this color

Emerald sits at 124° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 53% 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 37%, 0%, 35%, 14% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Emerald

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #8ADB8F;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 138, 219, 143;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#8ADB8F',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 37%
M: 0%
Y: 35%
K: 14%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(138, 219, 143)
rgba(138, 219, 143, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

3 brand s with colors near 124° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #8ADB8F?
#8ADB8F is Emerald, a cool light color with RGB values of 138, 219, 143. It has a hue of 124°, 53% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #8ADB8F?
The RGB color code for #8ADB8F is rgb(138, 219, 143). This means it contains 138 red, 219 green, and 143 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Emerald a warm or cool color?
Emerald (#8ADB8F) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #8ADB8F in CSS?
You can use #8ADB8F in CSS with: background-color: #8ADB8F; or color: #8ADB8F; or as an RGB value: rgb(138, 219, 143). For print design, use CMYK: 37%, 0%, 35%, 14%.