Dusty Green

Q: How do I use #9CDE9E in CSS?

You can use #9CDE9E in CSS with: background-color: #9CDE9E; or color: #9CDE9E; or as an RGB value: rgb(156, 222, 158). For print design, use CMYK: 30%, 0%, 29%, 13%.

#9CDE9E

Dusty Green is a cool light color with the hex code #9CDE9E. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 156, 222, 158 in digital design or CMYK 30%, 0%, 29%, 13% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Dusty Green Color Values

HEX: #9CDE9E
RGB: 156, 222, 158
HSL: 122°, 50%, 74%
CMYK: 30, 0, 29, 13

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Dusty Green sits at 122° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 50% saturation and 74% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Dusty Green work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Dusty Green in print, the CMYK breakdown of 30%, 0%, 29%, 13% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Dusty Green

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #9CDE9E;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 156, 222, 158;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#9CDE9E',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 30%
M: 0%
Y: 29%
K: 13%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(156, 222, 158)
rgba(156, 222, 158, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 122° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #9CDE9E?

#9CDE9E is Dusty Green, a cool light color with RGB values of 156, 222, 158. It has a hue of 122°, 50% saturation, and 74% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #9CDE9E?

The RGB color code for #9CDE9E is rgb(156, 222, 158). This means it contains 156 red, 222 green, and 158 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Dusty Green a warm or cool color?

Dusty Green (#9CDE9E) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.

How do I use #9CDE9E in CSS?

You can use #9CDE9E in CSS with: background-color: #9CDE9E; or color: #9CDE9E; or as an RGB value: rgb(156, 222, 158). For print design, use CMYK: 30%, 0%, 29%, 13%.