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Emerald

#8AFF93

Emerald is a cool light color with the hex code #8AFF93. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 138, 255, 147 in digital design or CMYK 46%, 0%, 42%, 0% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Emerald Color Values

HEX
#8AFF93
RGB
138, 255, 147
HSL
125°, 100%, 77%
CMYK
46, 0, 42, 0

About this color

Emerald sits at 125° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 100% saturation and 77% 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 46%, 0%, 42%, 0% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Emerald

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #8AFF93;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 138, 255, 147;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#8AFF93',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 46%
M: 0%
Y: 42%
K: 0%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(138, 255, 147)
rgba(138, 255, 147, 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 #8AFF93?
#8AFF93 is Emerald, a cool light color with RGB values of 138, 255, 147. It has a hue of 125°, 100% saturation, and 77% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #8AFF93?
The RGB color code for #8AFF93 is rgb(138, 255, 147). This means it contains 138 red, 255 green, and 147 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Emerald a warm or cool color?
Emerald (#8AFF93) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #8AFF93 in CSS?
You can use #8AFF93 in CSS with: background-color: #8AFF93; or color: #8AFF93; or as an RGB value: rgb(138, 255, 147). For print design, use CMYK: 46%, 0%, 42%, 0%.