Celadon

Q: How do I use #B5E9AF in CSS?

You can use #B5E9AF in CSS with: background-color: #B5E9AF; or color: #B5E9AF; or as an RGB value: rgb(181, 233, 175). For print design, use CMYK: 22%, 0%, 25%, 9%.

#B5E9AF

Celadon is a neutral light color with the hex code #B5E9AF. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 181, 233, 175 in digital design or CMYK 22%, 0%, 25%, 9% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Celadon color values

HEX: #B5E9AF
RGB: 181, 233, 175
HSL: 114°, 57%, 80%
CMYK: 22, 0, 25, 9

Shades & tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Celadon sits at 114° on the color wheel with 57% saturation and 80% lightness, placing it in the green segment of the spectrum. The moderate 57% saturation gives it enough color presence to register clearly without competing for dominance in a composition. The elevated lightness keeps it airy and open, well-suited to large surface areas without visual weight.

In digital environments, Celadon is rendered as rgb(181, 233, 175), where the green channel leads at 233, pulling the color toward the green-yellow axis. This cool mid-tone is a reliable choice for UI chrome, informational states, and contexts that call for a calm, readable presence.

For print, Celadon translates to a CMYK breakdown of 22C 0M 25Y 9K. The low-to-moderate black value (9%) means the color's character in print comes primarily from its yellow ink content (25%), with black serving as a supporting shadow tone. No brands in the brandkit.pro library currently specify this exact hex as a named brand color.

Color harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Celadon

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #B5E9AF;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 181, 233, 175;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#B5E9AF',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 22%
M: 0%
Y: 25%
K: 9%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(181, 233, 175)
rgba(181, 233, 175, 0.8)

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

Brands using similar hue

6 brand s with colors near 114° on the color wheel

Frequently asked questions

What color is #B5E9AF?

#B5E9AF is Celadon, a neutral light color with RGB values of 181, 233, 175. It has a hue of 114°, 57% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #B5E9AF?

The RGB color code for #B5E9AF is rgb(181, 233, 175). This means it contains 181 red, 233 green, and 175 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Celadon a warm or cool color?

Celadon (#B5E9AF) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.

How do I use #B5E9AF in CSS?

You can use #B5E9AF in CSS with: background-color: #B5E9AF; or color: #B5E9AF; or as an RGB value: rgb(181, 233, 175). For print design, use CMYK: 22%, 0%, 25%, 9%.