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Emerald

#9AFE9F

Emerald is a cool light color with the hex code #9AFE9F. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 154, 254, 159 in digital design or CMYK 39%, 0%, 37%, 0% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Emerald Color Values

HEX
#9AFE9F
RGB
154, 254, 159
HSL
123°, 98%, 80%
CMYK
39, 0, 37, 0

About this color

Emerald sits at 123° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 98% saturation and 80% 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 39%, 0%, 37%, 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: #9AFE9F;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 154, 254, 159;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#9AFE9F',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 39%
M: 0%
Y: 37%
K: 0%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(154, 254, 159)
rgba(154, 254, 159, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

3 brand s with colors near 123° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #9AFE9F?
#9AFE9F is Emerald, a cool light color with RGB values of 154, 254, 159. It has a hue of 123°, 98% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #9AFE9F?
The RGB color code for #9AFE9F is rgb(154, 254, 159). This means it contains 154 red, 254 green, and 159 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Emerald a warm or cool color?
Emerald (#9AFE9F) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #9AFE9F in CSS?
You can use #9AFE9F in CSS with: background-color: #9AFE9F; or color: #9AFE9F; or as an RGB value: rgb(154, 254, 159). For print design, use CMYK: 39%, 0%, 37%, 0%.