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Emerald

#B8FFAD

Emerald is a neutral light color with the hex code #B8FFAD. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 184, 255, 173 in digital design or CMYK 28%, 0%, 32%, 0% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Emerald Color Values

HEX
#B8FFAD
RGB
184, 255, 173
HSL
112°, 100%, 84%
CMYK
28, 0, 32, 0

About this color

Emerald sits at 112° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 100% saturation and 84% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

In digital design, neutral colors like Emerald work well for typography, interface elements, and maintaining balance. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Emerald in print, the CMYK breakdown of 28%, 0%, 32%, 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: #B8FFAD;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 184, 255, 173;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#B8FFAD',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 28%
M: 0%
Y: 32%
K: 0%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(184, 255, 173)
rgba(184, 255, 173, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

3 brand s with colors near 112° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #B8FFAD?
#B8FFAD is Emerald, a neutral light color with RGB values of 184, 255, 173. It has a hue of 112°, 100% saturation, and 84% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #B8FFAD?
The RGB color code for #B8FFAD is rgb(184, 255, 173). This means it contains 184 red, 255 green, and 173 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Emerald a warm or cool color?
Emerald (#B8FFAD) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.
How do I use #B8FFAD in CSS?
You can use #B8FFAD in CSS with: background-color: #B8FFAD; or color: #B8FFAD; or as an RGB value: rgb(184, 255, 173). For print design, use CMYK: 28%, 0%, 32%, 0%.